Physics · May / June 2021 · Paper 11 · Question 32

5054Forces on a current-carrying conductor

The diagram shows a horizontal rectangular wire coil WXYZ between the poles of a magnet. There is a current in the coil in the direction shown. Which statement is correct?

AThe side WX experiences an upward force.
BThe side XY experiences an outward force.
CThe side YZ experiences an inward force.
DThe side ZW experiences a downward force.

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Correct answer: A. The side WX experiences an upward force.

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