Question

Which of the following is not an advantage of Lithium-ion battery?

(a) High specific energy density

(b) More expensive

(c) Reliability

(d) Lower self-discharge rate

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My query is from Lithium-Ion Battery topic in division Storage Batteries of Automotive Engine Design

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) More expensive

Explanation: The lithium-ion battery has many advantages like higher specific energy density than most other types,lower self-discharge rate, has much greater reliability whereas the disadvantage of the li-ion battery is that it is more expensive,since complex to manufacture.