Find the equivalent capacitance, in μF, of a 3 μF capacitor in series with a parallel combination of 2 μF and 4 μF.

2. Concept. Parallel adds; series combines reciprocally. Step 1. Parallel. 6 μF. Step 2. Series. (3 × 6)/(9) = 2 μF. Answer. 2.

Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance question for JEE Main, with solution

Q 12-02-034JEE MainMedium

Find the equivalent capacitance, in $\mu$F, of a $3\ \mu$F capacitor in series with a parallel combination of $2\ \mu$F and $4\ \mu$F.

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