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PHY 102 Electromagnetic Induction 2 Objective Question

Question

What is the fundamental principle of Lenz's Law regarding the direction of an induced emf?
Options
A It is always in the same direction as the change causing it
B It always opposes the change that is causing it
Correct Answer
C It is always perpendicular to the change causing it
D It is unrelated to the change causing it
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 24 clearly states: 'Lenz's Law states that: 'the direction of an induced emf is such that it will always opposes the change that is causing it''.

Hint

Lenz's Law is fundamentally about opposition to the inducing change.

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