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COMEDK · Physics · 21. Magnetic Effects of Current

Three long straight wires \(A, B\) and \(C\) are carrying currents as shown in figure, then the resultant force on \(B\) is directed


  1. A perpendicular to the plane of paper and outward
  2. B perpendicular to the plane of paper and inward
  3. C towards \(A\)
  4. D towards \(C\)
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(D) towards \(C\)

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The magnetic force between two current carrying wires for current in same direction is attractive. Thus, force on \(B\) due to the magnetic field produced due to wire \(A\) is…