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Electromagnetic TheoryPolarization

For linear polarization, the tip of the electric-field vector at a fixed point traces a?

  • AStraight line
  • BCircle
  • CGeneral ellipse only
  • DSphere
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Correct Answer: A. Straight line
Explanation: In a linearly polarized wave, the electric field maintains a fixed direction and varies in magnitude, tracing a line.
Reference: Standard electromagnetic theory: polarization
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