Two Long Parallel Wires Each Carry a Current of 5

question 69

Multiple Choice

Two long parallel wires each carry a current of 5.0 A directed to the east. The two wires are separated by 8.0 cm. What is the magnitude of the magnetic field at a point that is 5.0 cm from each of the wires?

• A) 72 μT
• B) 48 μT
• C) 24 μT
• D) 96 μT
• E) 32 μT

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