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A parallel plate condenser is immersed in an oil of dielectric constant `2`. The field between the plates is

A

increased proportional to `2`

B

decreased proportional to `(1)/(2)`

C

increased proportional to `sqrt(2)`

D

decreased proportional to `(1)/(sqrt(2))`

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The correct Answer is:
B
`E_(medium) = (E_(air))/(K) = (E)/(2)`
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