How do I calculate total capacitance with series and parallel capacitors?

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Total Capacitance[SOLVED]

Homework Statement


how do i calculate the total capacitance of the image attached, as there is series and parallel capacitor in the same circuit




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i did try using 1/8uF + 8uF but then could not get the answer. can someone please help me through this. thanks
 
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  • Circuit schematic of a 6 V battery with capacitors: an 8 uF capacitor in series with a parallel branch of 2 uF on top and 6 uF below, between points A and B.
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First add the 2 and the 6 microfard capacitors together in parallel.
Then when you have the value, add it in series to the other one.
 
Stonebridge said:
First add the 2 and the 6 microfard capacitors together in parallel.
Then when you have the value, add it in series to the other one.

omg i actually got the answer already but then miss out something. cheers