A Series Circuit Consists of a 1 $\Omega$ Resistor, and a Switch

question 4

Multiple Choice

A series circuit consists of a 1.02 V source of emf, a 2.00 mF capacitor, a 1000 $\Omega$ resistor, and a switch.When the switch is closed, how long does it take for the current to reach one-half its maximum value?

• A) 0.693 s
• B) 1.39 s
• C) 2.00 s
• D) 1.69 s
• E) 0.0250 s

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