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If the dielectric constant and dielectirc strength be denoted by `K` and `x` respectively, then a meterial suitable for use as a dielectric in a capacitor must have

A

high K and high X

B

high K and low K

C

low K and high K

D

low K and low X

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A
The material suitable for using as a dielectric must have high dielectric strenght X and large dielectric constant K.
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