AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A 2.0 µF capacitor charges through a 5.0 kΩ resistor. The time constant is
A.10 ms
B.2.5 ms
C.100 ms
D.1.0 ms
Explanation
Core Concept
τ = RC = (5.0×10³)(2.0×10⁻⁶) = 10 ms.
Correct Answer
A10 ms
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