A Wire Segment 1

question 69

Multiple Choice

A wire segment 1.2 m long carries a current I = 3.5 A and is oriented as shown in the figure. A uniform magnetic field of magnitude 0.50 T pointing toward the -x direction is present as shown. The +z-axis points directly into the page. What is the magnetic force vector on the wire segment?

• A) +1.6 N
• B) -1.6 N
• C) +1.6 N
• D) (+1.3 - 1.6 ) N
• E) (-1.3 + 1.6 ) N

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Definitions:

Hypotenuse

The longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle.

Longest Side

The longest side refers to the side of a geometric figure that has the greatest length compared to the other sides.

Trigonometric Function

A mathematical function related to the angles of triangles, often used in science and engineering to describe oscillations, waves, and other periodic phenomena.

Right Angle

An angle of 90 degrees, typical of the corner of a square or at the intersection of perpendicular lines.