Capacitors of ,

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Problem

Capacitors of

4\,\mu\text{F}

6\,\mu\text{F}

, and

12\,\mu\text{F}

are connected in series between two terminals. Without performing detailed calculations, state whether the equivalent capacitance is greater than, less than, or equal to

4\,\mu\text{F}

and briefly justify your answer.

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