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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 3 Objective Question

Question

Select the option that best describes a dielectric.
Options
A A dielectric is a non-conducting material.
Correct Answer
B A dielectric when placed between plates increases the electric field.
C A dielectric decreases capacitance.
D All of these choices are true
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Dielectric is insulator (A true). B false: dielectric decreases E field. C false: dielectric increases C. So only A correct.

Hint

Dielectric = insulator, increases C.

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