A Charged Capacitor Is Connected in Series with a Resistor

question 40

Multiple Choice

A charged capacitor is connected in series with a resistor and an open switch. At time t = 0 s, the switch is closed. Which of the graphs below best describes the charge Q on the capacitor as a function of time t?

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the total price consumers are ready and able to pay for a good or service versus what they actually spend.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount a producer is willing to accept for a good or service versus what they actually receive, usually resulting from market prices above minimum selling prices.

Deadweight Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the free market equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved, leading to a loss of total welfare or economic surplus.

Price Ceilings

Regulatory measures that set a maximum price that can be charged for a product or service, intended to protect consumers from excessive pricing.