Force on a Wire: A 2.0-m straight wire carrying a current of 0.60 A is oriented parallel to a uniform magnetic field of 0.50 T. What is the magnitude of the magnetic force on it?

A. zero
B. 0.15 N
C. 0.30 N
D. 0.60 N


Answer: A

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