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E5D05:What parasitic characteristic causes electrolytic capacitors to be unsuitable for use at RF?

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What parasitic characteristic causes electrolytic capacitors to be unsuitable for use at RF?

Direct answer summary (2024-2028 NCVEC pool)

The official correct answer for E5D05 is Inductance.

The key fact is Inductance. Match that fact to the exact condition in the question; the other choices describe a different rule, band, component, or operating situation.

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