If a Dielectric Is Inserted Between the Plates of a Parallel-Plate

question 34

Multiple Choice

If a dielectric is inserted between the plates of a parallel-plate capacitor that is connected to a 100-V battery, the

• A) voltage across the capacitor will decrease.
• B) electric field between the plates will decrease.
• C) electric field between the plates will increase.
• D) charge on the capacitor plates will decrease.
• E) charge on the capacitor plates will increase.

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