A 12 F capacitor is connected in parallel with a 6 F capacitor. Find the equivalent capacitance of the parallel combination.

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  1. 18 F
  2. 6 F
  3. 4 F
  4. 9 F

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Option 1 : 18 F
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Concept

Series connection of capacitors:

When 'n' capacitors are connected in series, the equivalent capacitance is given by:

If all capacitors are equal, then:

Parallel connection of capacitors:

When 'n' capacitors are connected in parallel, the equivalent capacitance is given by:

If all capacitors are equal, then:

Calculation

Given, C1 = 12 F and C2 = 6 F

The equivalent capacitance of the parallel combination is:

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