The Figure Shows Three Long, Parallel, Current-Carrying Wires

question 3

Multiple Choice

The figure shows three long, parallel, current-carrying wires. The current directions are indicated for currents I₁ and I₃. The arrow labeled F represents the net magnetic force acting on current I₃. The three currents have equal magnitudes. What is the direction of the current I₂?

• A) into the picture (in the direction opposite to that of I₁ and I₃)
• B) horizontal to the right
• C) vertically upward
• D) vertically downward
• E) out of the picture (in the same direction as I₁ and I₃)

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Definitions:

Debit And Credit Side

Terms used to describe the two sides of an accounting ledger; the debit side records increases in assets and expenses and decreases in liabilities and equity, while the credit side records increases in liabilities, equity, and revenues and decreases in assets and expenses.

Source Document

A primary document that holds the necessary information to verify a transaction recorded in a financial system.

Manual

A handbook or guide that provides instructions or guidelines on how to perform tasks or operate machinery or equipment.

Computerized Accounting System

A software system that is used for processing accounting transactions and managing accounts with minimal manual input.