In a series RC circuit, if the time constant is small (but finite), the capacitor will charge

A. never (the capacitor never builds up a voltage)
B. slowly
C. instantaneously: in no time (i.e., it doesn't matter what the time constant is)
D. quickly


Answer: D

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