What is the magnitude of the induced EMF?

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The discussion centers on calculating the induced electromotive force (EMF) and the confusion surrounding the relevant equations. It emphasizes that EMF depends on the rate of change of magnetic flux, not the flux itself, and clarifies that in this scenario, the magnetic field (B) is constant while the area (A) changes. Participants suggest a step-by-step approach to derive the area as a function of time and then calculate the rate of change of flux. The conversation concludes with one participant expressing gratitude for the guidance received. Understanding the relationship between B and A is crucial for accurate EMF calculations.
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A rectangular wire loop (length = 60 cm, width = 40 cm) lies completely within a perpendicular and uniform magnetic field of magnitude of 0.5 T. If the length of the loop starts increasing at a rate of 20 mm/s at time t= 0, while the width is decreasing at the same rate, what is the magnitude of the inducede mf at time t= 4.0 s?
a.6.8 mV
b.5.2 mV
c.3.6 mV
d.8.4 mV
e.10 mV

Answer: C
Relevant Equations
dΦB/dt = dB/dt*A
I did the question in this way as attached. I got the crrect answer, but I feel unsure if it is the right way of doing it.
 

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According to your equation there, Emf depends on the rate of change of flux, not on the flux itself.

So, where is the rate of change greatest? It helps to picture the sin or cos graph.
 
rsk said:
According to your equation there, Emf depends on the rate of change of flux, not on the flux itself.

So, where is the rate of change greatest? It helps to picture the sin or cos graph.
I typed the wrong question. I just edited and saved the question just now, could you read it again? thanks
 
I'd suggest you first compute the flux and later on, the derivative. You've made a mistake.
 
hidemi said:
Relevant Equations:: dΦB/dt = dB/dt*A
You mean dΦ/dt = dB/dt*A. This applies when B is changing and A is constant. But in this question B is constant and A changing. So the equation is irrelevant.

Try working through these steps.

1. Write an equation for the length (in metres) as a function of time (in seconds).

2. Similarly for width.

3. Using the above, write an expression for the area (in square metres) as a function of time.

4. Since the field is perpendicular to the plane of the loop ##\phi = BA##. Write an expression for ##\frac {d\Phi}{dt}## assuming both B and A are functions of time (use the product rule).

In this question B is constant and A is a function of time. So what is ##\frac {d\Phi}{dt}##?

See if you can take it from there.
 
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Steve4Physics said:
You mean dΦ/dt = dB/dt*A. This applies when B is changing and A is constant. But in this question B is constant and A changing. So the equation is irrelevant.

Try working through these steps.

1. Write an equation for the length (in metres) as a function of time (in seconds).

2. Similarly for width.

3. Using the above, write an expression for the area (in square metres) as a function of time.

4. Since the field is perpendicular to the plane of the loop ##\phi = BA##. Write an expression for ##\frac {d\Phi}{dt}## assuming both B and A are functions of time (use the product rule).

In this question B is constant and A is a function of time. So what is ##\frac {d\Phi}{dt}##?

See if you can take it from there.
I got it. Thank you so much.
 
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