Physics 5054 · O Level · Simple magnetism and magnetic fields

Simple magnetism and magnetic fields — practice question

A compass is positioned near a strong bar magnet and turns to the arrangement shown. What kind of magnet is a compass needle, and what is pole X?

  • AThe needle is an induced magnet and X is a north magnetic pole.
  • BThe needle is an induced magnet and X is a south magnetic pole.
  • CThe needle is a permanent magnet and X is a north magnetic pole.
  • DThe needle is a permanent magnet and X is a south magnetic pole.

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