KCET2026PhysicsCapacitance
In the circuit shown in the figure, the potential difference across the 4 F capacitor is
Options
- A3 V
- B4 V
- C9 V
- D12 V
Correct answer
C. 9 V
Step-by-step solution
The equivalent capacitance of the parallel combination of 9 F and 3 F capacitors is: C_p = 9 + 3 = 12 F The total equivalent capacitance of the circuit is: C_ eq = 4 12 4 + 12 = 48 16 = 3 F The total charge supplied by the battery is: Q = C_ eq V = 3 F 12 V = 36 C Since the 4 F capacitor is in series with the battery, the total charge Q flows through it. The potential difference across the 4 F capacitor is: V₄ = Q C₄ = 36 C 4 F = 9 V Answer: 9 V