Two capacitors of capacitance $3 \ \mu F$ and $6 \ \mu F$ are charged to a potential of $12 \ V$. They are then connected by joining their positive plates together and their negative plates together. What will be the potential difference across each capacitor in $V$?

  • A
    $3$
  • B
    $0$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $12$

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