Two equal capacitors are first connected in series and then in parallel. The ratio of the equivalent capacities in the two cases will be:
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)✓ Correct
- (D)
Answer: (C)
Solution
Let each capacitor have capacitance .
Series connection: , so
Parallel connection:
Ratio:
The answer is (C) .
Series connection: , so
Parallel connection:
Ratio:
The answer is (C) .
JEE Main · 2021 · 24 Feb 2021 · Shift 1 · Single correct option