$A$ variable condenser is permanently connected to a $100 \ V$ battery. If the capacity is changed from $2 \ \mu F$ to $10 \ \mu F$,then the change in energy is equal to:

  • A
    $2 \times 10^{-2} \ J$
  • B
    $2.5 \times 10^{-2} \ J$
  • C
    $3.5 \times 10^{-2} \ J$
  • D
    $4 \times 10^{-2} \ J$

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