Physics · Oct / Nov 2025 · Paper 11 · Question 31
5054Forces on a current-carrying conductor
Two current-carrying conductors are placed next to each other. The current in the conductors is in the same direction. Which statement about the forces experienced by the conductors is correct?
- AThe forces are in the same direction, and the conductors are forced apart.
- BThe forces are in opposite directions, and the conductors are forced apart.
- CThe forces are in the same direction, and the conductors are forced towards each other.
- DThe forces are in opposite directions, and the conductors are forced towards each other.
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Correct answer: D. The forces are in opposite directions, and the conductors are forced towards each other.
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