8. The figure shows the capacitances are C1 = 0.93 µF and C2 = 3.3 µF, and both capacitors are charged to a potential difference of V = 110 V but with opposite polarity as shown. Switches S1 and S2 are now closed. What is now the potential difference between points a and b? (a) 55 V (b) 58 V (c) 62 V (d) 67 V (e) None of the above

8. The figure shows the capacitances are C1 = 0.93 µF and C2 = 3.3 µF, and both capacitors are charged to a potential difference of V = 110 V but with opposite polarity as shown. Switches S1 and S2 are now closed. What is now the potential difference between points a and b? (a) 55 V (b) 58 V (c) 62 V (d) 67 V (e) None of the above

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Chapter25: Capacitance And Dielectrics

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