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What is the charge stored on a 5 μF capacitor charged to the potential difference of 12 V?

Correct answer: A. 60 μC

  • A. 60 μC
  • B. 2.4 C
  • C. 2.4 μC
  • D. 60 C

Explanation

Use formula Q=CV, where C is .005 F and V is 12 V, and then convert the answer to μC by dividing it with 1000.0.005 x 12 / 1000 = 60 μC.

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