Scattering matrix for a reciprocal network is:

A)
Unitary
B)
Skew symmetric
C)
Identity matrix
D)
Symmetric

Correct Answer : Option (D) :   Symmetric


Explanation : For a reciprocal network, the input to port I and output at port j is the same as the input at port j and output measured at port i. Hence, the ports are interchangeable. As the ports are interchangeable, this is reflected in the matrix and the matrix becomes symmetric.