Two Long Parallel Wires Each Carry a Current of 5 $\mu$

question 138

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 \(\mu\)T
• B)48 \(\mu\)T
• C)24 \(\mu\)T
• D)96\(\mu\)T
• E)32 \(\mu\)T

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