Torque: A flat circular loop of wire of radius 0.50 m that is carrying a 2.0-A current is in a uniform magnetic field of 0.30 T. What is the magnitude of the magnetic torque on the loop when the plane of its area is perpendicular to the magnetic field?

A. 0.00 N ? m
B. 0.41 N ? m
C. 0.47 N ? m
D. 0.52 N ? m
E. 0.58 N ? m


Answer: A

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