$n$ small drops, each of capacitance $C$, coalesce to form a single large drop. What is the ratio of the energy stored in the large drop to the energy stored in each small drop?

  • A
    $n : 1$
  • B
    $n^{1/3} : 1$
  • C
    $n^{5/3} : 1$
  • D
    $n^2 : 1$

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