Why are capacitors rated at higher voltages than the unit line voltage?

A) They are overrated as a safety measure.
B) Charging and discharging in series with an inductive load subjects them to high voltage.
C) They are charged with a high voltage at the factory.
D) Capacitors increase the voltage to the motor.


B

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