Force on a Wire: A rigid rectangular loop, measuring 0.30 m by 0.40 m, carries a current of 9.9 A, as shown in the figure. A uniform external magnetic field of magnitude 1.8 T in the -x direction is present. Segment CD is in the xz-plane and forms a 19° angle with the z-axis, as shown. What is the y component of the magnetic force on segment AB of the loop?

A. +5.1 N
B. -5.1 N
C. +1.7 N
D. -1.7 N
E. 0.0 N


Answer: A

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