JEE Main 2012 — Capacitance Question with Solution
JEE Main 2012 (07 May Online)
Question
Two circuits (a) and (b) have charged capacitors of capacitance C, 2C and 3C with open switches. Charges on each of the capacitor are as shown in the figures. On closing the switches
Circuit (a) Circuit (b)
Circuit (a) Circuit (b)
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Correct answer
CCharges flow from to in (a) and from to in (b)
Step-by-step explanation
Charge (or current) always flows from higher potential to lower potential.
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