$A$ capacitor having a capacity of $2.0 \; \mu F$ is charged to $200 \; V$ and then the plates of the capacitor are connected to a resistance wire. The heat produced in joules will be:

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

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