Two Long Parallel Wires Carry Currents of 10 a in Opposite

question 44

Multiple Choice

Two long parallel wires carry currents of 10 A in opposite directions. They are separated by 40 cm. What is the magnetic field in the plane of the wires at a point that is 20 cm from one wire and 60 cm from the other?

• A)1.5 × 10^-6 T
• B)3.3 × 10^-6 T
• C)6.7 × 10^-6 T
• D)3.3 × 10^-5 T
• E)6.7 × 10^-5 T

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Definitions:

Ileocecal Sphincter

A muscular valve that controls the flow of digested food from the small intestine to the large intestine.

Ileum

The final and longest segment of the small intestine, where the absorption of vitamins, electrolytes, and other nutrients is completed.

Cecum

The first part of the large intestine, connected to the ileum and ascending colon, playing a role in the digestive process.

Pyloric Sphincter

A muscular valve regulating the flow of partially digested food from the stomach to the small intestine.