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A step-index fiber has core refractive index 1.46 and radius 4.5 μm. Find the cutoff wavelength to exhibit single mode operation. Use relative index difference as 0.25%.

a.

1.326 μm

b.

0.124 μm

c.

1.214 μm

d.

0.123 μm

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Answer: (c).1.214 μm

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