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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

Question

A positive charge moving with constant velocity v enters a uniform B-field pointing to the top of the page. Direction of magnetic force?
Options
A No force
Correct Answer
B Right
C To bottom
D To top
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The direction of velocity is not specified. Without knowing the direction of motion, the direction of magnetic force cannot be determined. If the charge moves parallel to the field, force is zero.

Hint

Magnetic force depends on the direction of velocity relative to the field.

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