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PhysicsMediumMCQ2014 · 11 Apr Online

Q21.Three straight parallel current carrying conductors are shown in the figure. The force experienced by the middle conductor of length 25 cm is: (1) 3 × 10−4 N toward right (2) 6 × 10−4 N toward right (3) 9 × 10−4 N toward right (4) Zero

What This Question Tests

This question requires calculating the net magnetic force on a current-carrying conductor due to two other parallel current-carrying conductors, applying the formulas for magnetic field and force, and considering directions.

Concepts Tested

Magnetic field due to long straight wireForce on a current-carrying wire in a magnetic fieldDirection of force

Formulas Used

B = μ₀I / (2πr)

F = ILBsinθ

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