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In the schematic of the electrical circuit shown in figure "A" of the illustration, what is the value of the total capacitance, when compared to the value of equal individual capacitors? Illustration EL-0039

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Identify whether C1 and C2 in figure A are connected in series or in parallel • Recall formulas: for capacitors in series vs parallel (how total capacitance is calculated) • Assume all capacitors have the same value C and compare the calculated total to a single capacitor value

💭 Think About

• Trace the conductor from the source, through the switch, past C1, to C2, and back to the source. Do the charges have only one path through both capacitors, or can current split? • Write the total capacitance formula for that type of connection, then substitute C1 = C2 = C and simplify. • Compare your simplified total capacitance to C itself. Is it larger or smaller, and by what factor?

✅ Before You Answer

• Be sure you are using the correct formula for the way the capacitors are connected (series vs parallel) • Double‑check that you actually used two equal capacitors (C and C) in your math, not mixed values. • Verify whether the total capacitance should be less than or greater than a single capacitor for this type of connection before picking from the choices.

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