A Circuit Contains a 2

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Short Answer

A circuit contains a 2.0-MΩ resistor in series with an uncharged capacitor. When this combination is connected across an ideal battery, the capacitor reaches 25% of its maximum charge in 1.5 s. What is its capacitance?

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Definitions:

Causal Hypothesis

A statement predicting a precise relationship between two or more variables, where changes in one variable cause changes in another.

Initial Causal Hypothesis

The original assumption or proposition about the cause-and-effect relationship between variables, awaiting testing or verification.

Salient Aspect

A feature or characteristic that stands out prominently and is often the focus of attention or consideration.

Kelley's Covariation Model

a psychological theory that explains how individuals attribute cause to behavior based on the consistency, distinctiveness, and consensus of the observed action.