The Figure Shows a Cross Section of Three Parallel Wires

question 75

Multiple Choice

The figure shows a cross section of three parallel wires each carrying a current of 5.0 A out of the paper. If the distance R = 6.0 mm, what is the magnitude of the magnetic force on a 2.0-m length of any one of the wires?

• A)2.5 mN
• B)3.3 mN
• C)2.2 mN
• D)2.9 mN
• E)1.7 mN

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