A resistor, an uncharged capacitor, a dc voltage source, and an open switch are all connected in series. The switch is closed at time t = 0 s. Which one of the following is a correct statement about
The circuit?
A) Current flows through the circuit even after the capacitor is essentially fully charged.
B) Once the capacitor is essentially fully charged, there is no current in the circuit.
C) The capacitor charges to its maximum value in one time constant.
D) The potential difference across the resistor is always equal to the potential difference across the capacitor.
E) The capacitor charges to its maximum value in two time constants.

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Once the capacitor is essentially fully charged, it acts like an open circuit, stopping the flow of current through the circuit. This is because a charged capacitor cannot accept or pass through more charge, leading to a halt in current flow.

A Resistor, an Uncharged Capacitor, a Dc Voltage Source, and an Open