A 15-?F capacitor and a 25-?F capacitor are connected in parallel, and charged to a potential difference of 60 V. How much energy is then stored in this capacitor combination?

A. 50 mJ
B. 18 mJ
C. 32 mJ
D. 72 mJ
E. 45 mJ


Answer: D

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