Frequency of operation and Q factor of a coil

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The discussion centers on the calculation of the Q factor of a coil when the frequency of operation is doubled. The initial Q factor is defined as Q1 = X1/R, where X1 is the reactance and R is the resistance. Upon doubling the frequency, the reactance also doubles, leading to Q2 = 2(X1)/R, indicating that the Q factor doubles. The analysis concludes that the power decreases by a factor of four, supporting option d) as the correct answer, despite the book stating option a) is correct.

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Select the correct option.
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Q= X/R
X=wL
P=I*I*R
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My reasoning:
Initial Q factor Q1= X1/R
After doubling the frequency, reactance also doubles.
So, Q2= 2(X1)/R.

Hence, Q factor doubles (option a is out).

Now, since it is mentioned that the coil has high Q factor, I assumed X >> R and hence, total impedance is approximately equal to the reactance X.
So, as frequency doubles, impedance also doubles, and current is halved.
Therefore, P decreases by 4 times.
So, d) should be the correct option.

But the book gives a) as the correct one.
Is there a mistake in my solution or is the book wrong?
 
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I think your analysis is correct and you're right that (d) is correct. Any way to double check the book or check with your professor?
 
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Thanks for the confirmation.
phyzguy said:
Any way to double check the book or check with your professor?
No, I am preparing for an exam by myself. Maybe I'll write to the publisher next week.
 
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