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A plane electromagnetic wave travels in dielectric medium of relative permittivity 9. Relative to free space, the velocity of propagation in the dielectric is

a.

increased by a factor of 9

b.

increased by a factor of 3

c.

unchanged

d.

reduced by a factor of 1/3

Answer: (d).reduced by a factor of 1/3

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Q. A plane electromagnetic wave travels in dielectric medium of relative permittivity 9. Relative to free space, the velocity of propagation in the dielectric is

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