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If a charged particle enters a region where electric and magnetic fields are parallel to its motion, it will:

Correct answer: C. Speed up

  • A. Deflect upwards
  • B. Deflect downwards
  • C. Speed up
  • D. Speed down

Explanation

Option C is correct since the magnetic and electric fields are parallel to each other so the charge will speed up.

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