The self-inductance $L$ of a solenoid of length $l$ and area of cross-section $A$,with a fixed number of turns $N$,increases as:

  • A
    both $l$ and $A$ increase
  • B
    $l$ decreases and $A$ increases
  • C
    $l$ increases and $A$ decreases
  • D
    both $l$ and $A$ decrease

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