Calculate the time constant of the circuit

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A 20.0 k resistor and a capacitor are connected in series and then a16.0V potential difference is suddenly applied across them. The potential difference across the capacitor rises to 14.00V in 1.40µs.

a) Calculate the time constant of the circuit.
b) Find the capacitance of the capacitor.

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