Capacitors C₁ and C₂ Are Connected in Series

question 42

Multiple Choice

Capacitors C₁ and C₂ are connected in series.The equivalent capacitance is given by:

• A)C₁C₂/(C₁ + C₂)
• B)(C₁ + C₂)/C₁C₂
• C)1/(C₁ + C₂)
• D)C₁/C₂
• E)C₁ + C₂

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Definitions:

Buccinator

A muscle of the cheek that helps in mastication by pushing food onto the molars and is also involved in facial expression.

Masseter

A facial muscle that plays a major role in the chewing of solid foods, one of the strongest muscles in the human body.

Semitendinosus

A muscle in the back of the thigh, part of the hamstring group.

Gastrocnemius

A large muscle located on the back portion of the lower leg, forming part of the calf, that aids in walking, running, and jumping.