Question

Find the equivalent capacitance of the system shown in figure (31-E8) between the points a and b.
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Answer 1

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Answer 2

The system’s equivalent capacitance a and b are given by the equation:

Ceq = 2C1C2 C1 + C2 + C3

Explanation:

• Above and below ab, the capacitors C2 and C1 are in parallel with C3 and are connected in series.  

• So, between a and b, the equivalent capacitor is shown as  

                   Ceq = C1C2C1 + C3 + C2 + C2 + C1C2C1

                   Ceq = 2C1C2 C1 + C2 + C3