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In case of linearly polarized light, the magnitude of the electric field vector

A

is parallel to the direction of propagation

B

does not change with time

C

increases linearly with time

D

varies perodically with time

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D
In the case of linearly polarised light the magnitude of the electric field vector varies periodically with time.
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