Four identical 2.5-mF capacitors are connected together electrically.What is the greatest possible capacitance of the combination?
A)0.50 mF
B)0.42 mF
C)0.63 mF
D)10 mF
E)0.40 mF

Question

Four identical 2.5-mF capacitors are connected together electrically.What is the greatest possible capacitance of the combination?
A)0.50 mF
B)0.42 mF
C)0.63 mF
D)10 mF
E)​0.40 mF

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The greatest possible capacitance of the combination occurs when all capacitors are connected in parallel, adding their capacitances directly. Thus, 2.5 mF + 2.5 mF + 2.5 mF + 2.5 mF = 10 mF.

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