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Transcribed Image Text:An uncharged 5.0-µF capacitor and a resistor are connected in series to a 12-V battery and an
open switch to form a simple RC circuit. The switch is closed at t = 0 s. The time constant of the
circuit is 4.0 s.
Determine the value of the resistance R.
8.0 x 1070
O 15 2
60 2
8.0 x 1050
O 8.0 × 108 Q
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