Physics for Scientists and Engineers (Chaps 1-38)
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Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
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Chapter 24.3, Problem 1DE
Consider two identical capacitors C1 = C2 = 10 μF. What are the minimum and maximum capacitances that can be obtained by connecting these in series or parallel combinations? (a) 0.2 μF, 5 μF; (b) 0.2 μF, 10 μF; (c) 0.2 μF, 20 μF; (d) 5 μF, 10 μF; (e) 5 μF, 20 μF; (f) 10 μF, 20 μF.
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