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Two condensers, one of capacity `C` and the other of capacity `C//2` are connected to a `V` volt battery, as shown.

The work done in charging fully both the condensers is

A

`2CV^(2)`

B

`1//4CV^(2)`

C

`3//4CV^(2)`

D

`(1)/(2)CV^(2)`

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