Modern Optics: Polarization/Jones Vectors

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Unfortunately, I've been blowing this class off this semester. Instead, I've been focusing more of my attention on my math classes. I'm a math major. This Optics course is the last class I need for the physics minor. Of course, the semester is over in just a few weeks, and I need to make better grades. I took the time to go over the sections somewhat carefully and attempt the homework. The pictures should enlarge and they should be in order. Thanks for any help.

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