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A supply of 400V is connected across capacitors of 3μf and ...

A supply of 400V is connected across capacitors of 3μf and 6μf in series. Calculate the charge
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  • A 8 x 10\(^{-4}\)C
  • B 4 x 10\(^{-2}\)C
  • C 8 x 10\(^{-3}\)C
  • D 4 x 10\(^{-8}\)C
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:

C\(_1\) × C\(_2\)
C\(_1\) + C\(_2\)


= 3 × 6
3 + 6

= \(\frac{18}{9}\) = 2μf
Q = CV
⇒ 2 × 10\(^{-6}\) × 400
⇒ 800 × 10\(^{-6}\)C = 8 × 10\(^{-4}\)C

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