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WAEC Physics 2013 Objective — Question 41

Question 41 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Two straight current-carrying conductors are placed near each other. Which of the following diagrams correctly illustrates the magnetic field pattern formed by the conductors?

Diagram for question 41
  • A. Diagram A
  • B. Diagram B
  • C. Diagram C
  • D. Diagram DCorrect

Explanation

Diagram D correctly shows the magnetic field pattern of two parallel current-carrying conductors, with the fields merging/interacting between the conductors as expected.

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