NEET2016Physics-Electrostatics
NEET 2016 Physics Capacitors MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
A capacitor of 2 μF is charged as shown in the diagram. When the switch S is turned to position 2, the percentage of its storage energy dissipated is
A
75%
B
80%
C
0%
D
20%
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
When the switch is turned, the energy is redistributed between the capacitors. The energy dissipated is due to the redistribution, calculated as 75%.
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