In a CS amplifier, the resistance of the signal source Rsig = 100 kQ, amplifier input resistance (which is due to the biasing network) Rin = 100kQ, Cgs = 1 pF, Cgd = 0.2 pF, gm = 5 mA/V, ro = 25 kΩ, and RL = 20 kΩ. Determine the expected 3-dB cutoff frequency.

An external consultant recommends that a plant installs a bank of capacitors for power factor correction. this will reduce the peak electrical demand charges by an average of 93 kw every month. the plant current pays $13 per kw in peak demand charges. the capacitor bank will include 223 kw of fixed capacitors, and 183 of variable capacitors. the fixed capacitors cost $59 per kw, and the variable capacitors will cost $65 per kw. the consultant charges 21% of the equipment costs to install the capacitors. because this project will reduce the demand for the electric utility, they are prepared to provide a one-time rebate of $42 per kw of reduced demand. what is the simple payback period for this project (in years)?