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In an RC series circuit, the voltage is 12.0 V, resistance is 1.40-MΩ, and
capacitance is 1.80 µF.
a. Find the maximum charge that will appear on the capacitor during charging.
b. How long does it take for the charge to build up to 16.0 µC?
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