Nucleon recoil polarization observables in $(e,e'\vec{ p})$ reactions are investigated using a semi-relativistic distorted-wave model which includes one- and two-body currents with relativistic corrections. Results for the induced polarization asymmetry are shown for closed-shell nuclei and a comparison with available experimental data for $^{ 12}$C is provided. A careful analysis of meson exchange currents shows that they may affect significantly the induced polarization for high missing momentum.

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Induced Nucleon Polarization and Meson-Exchange Currents in (e,e'p) Reactions