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Two coils have mutual inductance 0.5 H. If the current in one changes at 4 A/s, the emf induced in the other is:

Answer: 2 V.

  • A 0.5 V
  • B 2 V
  • C 4 V
  • D 8 V

Correct answer: B. 2 V

Explanation: emf = M dI/dt = 0.5·4 = 2 V.

EMF is Induced Only While Flux is ChangingΦmagnet approachingmagnet stationary inside coilEMFEMF ≠ 0 (flux changing)EMF = 0 (flux constant)t

As a magnet approaches a coil, flux rises steadily and a constant non-zero EMF is induced (Faraday's law). Once the magnet stops moving, flux stays constant and the induced EMF drops to zero - EMF only exists while flux is actively changing.

Concept context

Faraday's and Lenz's laws, motional EMF, self/mutual inductance, eddy currents, and the AC generator - how a changing magnetic flux creates an electric current.

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