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G5C12: What is the capacitance of a 20-microfarad capacitor connected in series with a 50-microfarad capacitor?

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What is the capacitance of a 20-microfarad capacitor connected in series with a 50-microfarad capacitor?

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The key fact is 14.3 microfarads. Match that fact to the exact condition in the question; the other choices describe a different rule, band, component, or operating situation.

Memory hook: Capacitors store energy in an electric field.

Direct answer summary (2023-2027 NCVEC pool)

The official correct answer for G5C12 is 14.3 microfarads.

The key fact is 14.3 microfarads. 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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