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In the inductor network below, what should be the value of L (in mH) so that the inductance seen from the A-B port is equal to 5 mH?

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To find the value of L in the inductor network, which is the inductance that produces a 5 mH inductance for the port A-B, we can use the concept of mutual inductance. Using the formula for mutual inductance, we can rearrange it to solve for the desired inductance L. Plugging in the given values, we find that L should have a value of 0.20 mH.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the value of L (inductance) in the inductor network, we need to consider the concept of mutual inductance. Mutual inductance is the measure of the ability of two coils to influence each other's current. In this case, we have two coils with a mutual inductance of 5.00 mH.

The formula for mutual inductance, M, is given by M = k * sqrt(L1 * L2), where L1 and L2 are the inductances of the two coils, and k is a constant. Rearranging the formula, we get L2 = (M^2) / (L1).

So, to find the value of L2 (which is the inductance we want), we substitute the given values: M = 5.00 mH and L1 = L. Plugging in these values, we get L2 = (5.00 mH)^2 / L = 25.00 mH^2 / L. Since we want L2 to be equal to 5.00 mH, we set up the equation 25.00 mH^2 / L = 5.00 mH and solve for L. Cross-multiplying, we get 25.00 mH^2 = 5.00 mH * L. Dividing both sides by 5.00 mH, we find that L = 5.00 mH / 25.00 mH = 0.20 mH.

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