Which outcome results from dielectric breakdown in electrolytic capacitors used within high-frequency switching power supplies?

💡 Explanation

Increased equivalent series resistance occurs with dielectric breakdown because localized shorts create resistive paths, therefore increasing ESR. Rather than improved performance, breakdown degrades capacitor characteristics; different mechanisms affect switching speed or resonance, not dielectric integrity.

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