AP Physics 2 : Understanding RC Circuit Diagrams

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Physics 2

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Example Questions

Example Question #41 : Circuits

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If  , , and the voltage source is , what is the time constant of this RC circuit?

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

The time constant of this RC circuit is only dependent on the value of the resistance and the capacitor, not the voltage source.

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