In the figure, the current in a solenoid having no appreciable resistance is flowing from b to a and is decreasing at a rate of 9.6 A/s. The self-induced emf in the solenoid is found to be 8.4 V

(a) What is the self-inductance of the solenoid?
(b) Which point, a or b is at higher potential?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: (a) 0.88 H (b) point a

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