Two Parallel Wires Carry Currents I₁ and I₂ = 2I₁

question 80

Multiple Choice

Two parallel wires carry currents I₁ and I₂ = 2I₁ in the same direction.Which of the following expressions shows the relationship of the forces on the wires?

• A)F₁ = F₂
• B)F₁ = 2F₂
• C)2F₁ = F₂
• D)F₁ = 4F₂
• E)4F₁ = F₂

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