$A$ capacitor $C_1 = 1\,\mu F$ can withstand a maximum voltage of $V_1 = 6\,kV$,and a capacitor $C_2 = 3\,\mu F$ can withstand a maximum voltage of $V_2 = 4\,kV$. If these two capacitors are connected in series,what is the maximum voltage (in $kV$) that can be applied to the combination?

  • A
    $4$
  • B
    $6$
  • C
    $8$
  • D
    $10$

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