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In a parallel circuit, let C1 = 9.76 µF, C2 = 5.44 µF, and Vab = 22 V. Solve the equivalent capacitance of the system, the charge on each capacitor, and the potential difference for each capacitor.

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In a parallel circuit, let C1 = 9.76 µF, C2 = 5.44 µF, and
Vab = 22 V. Solve the equivalent capacitance of the system,
the charge on each capacitor, and the potential difference
for each capacitor.

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