Physics 5054 · O Level · Simple magnetism and magnetic fields

Simple magnetism and magnetic fields — practice question

A student uses a wooden clamp and a stand to support a bar magnet so that it hangs freely. The diagrams indicate that: in experiment 1, the student places a bar magnet beside the suspended magnet; in experiment 2, the student places an iron bar beside the suspended magnet; in experiment 3, the student places a steel bar beside the suspended magnet. In which experiments does the suspended magnet move?

  • A1, 2 and 3
  • B1 and 2 only
  • C1 and 3 only
  • D2 and 3 only

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