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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question
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F = BIL can only be used if magnetic field and electric current are
Options
A at right angles to each other
Correct Answer
B in same direction
C anti-parallel to each other
D anti-perpendicular to each other
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

F = BIL sinθ. The formula F = BIL is the maximum force when sinθ = 1, i.e., when the current and magnetic field are perpendicular (at right angles).

Hint

When is the force on a current-carrying conductor maximum?

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Last Minute Prep
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1811 of 1819
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