Fig 8 shows a current I flowing in a copper wire situated in a magnetic field existing between the pole-pieces of a horse-shoe magnet. Which of the following statements is correct?

Fig 8 shows a current I flowing in a copper wire situated in a magnetic field existing between the pole-pieces of a horse-shoe magnet.
Which of the following statements is correct?

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A The wire will experience a force in the direction into the paper
B The wire will experience a force in the direction out of the paper
C The wire will vibrate in a direction into and out of the paper
D The wire will move in the direction of the field i.e toward the s-pole
E The wire will not move because it is made of copper which is non magnetic

Correct Answer: Option B

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