Magnetic Dipole X Is Fixed

question 36

Multiple Choice

Magnetic dipole X is fixed. Dipole Y is placed in the position indicated and is free to move. The first thing dipole Y will do is:

• A) move toward X but not rotate
• B) move away from X but not rotate
• C) move toward X and rotate
• D) move away from X and rotate
• E) rotate but not move toward or away from X

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