Physics 5054 · O Level · Forces on a current-carrying conductor

Forces on a current-carrying conductor — practice question

Two current-carrying conductors are positioned close together. The current in both conductors flows in the same direction. Which statement about the forces acting on 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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