Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance

Question:

Two identical capacitors are connected in parallel combination. Their equivalent capacitance is $C_1$. If the plate area is halved and separation between plates is doubled for both the capacitors, their equivalent capacitance now is $C_2$. Find the ratio $\frac{C_1}{C_2}$

Options:

16 : 1

4 : 1

8 : 1

1 : 4

Correct Answer:

4 : 1

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → 4 : 1