Capacitors in Combination: A 5.0-?F and a 12.0-?F capacitor are connected in series, and the series arrangement is connected in parallel to a 29.0-?F capacitor. How much capacitance would a single capacitor need to replace this combination of three capacitors?

A. 33 ?F
B. 13 ?F
C. 16 ?F
D. 38 ?F


Answer: A

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