A 5.0-μF,a 14-μF,and a 21- μF. Capacitor are connected in parallel.How much capacitance would a single capacitor need to have to replace the three capacitors?
A)40 μF
B) 21 μF
C)5.0 μF
D)14 μF

Question

A 5.0-μF,a 14-μF,and a 21- μF.  Capacitor are connected in parallel.How much capacitance would a single capacitor need to have to replace the three capacitors?
A)40 μF
B) 21 μF
C)5.0 μF
D)14 μF

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When capacitors are connected in parallel, their capacitances add up.

Total capacitance = 5.0 μF + 14 μF + 21 μF

= 40 μF

Therefore, to replace the three capacitors, a single capacitor with a capacitance of 40 μF is required.

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