Two long, parallel conductors which are free to move are arranged 1.0 cm apart. A steady current of 20 A flows in each of the conductors in the same direction. The conductors:
Correct answer: B. Move towards each other
- A. Remains stationary
- B. Move towards each other
- C. Move away from each other
- D. Move at right angles to each other
Explanation
When two parallel wires carry current in the same direction, they exert equal and opposite attractive forces on each other. This causes them to move towards one another.
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