A thin infinitely large current sheet lies in the y-z plane. Current of magnitude Js per unit length along the z axis travels in the y-axis direction, which is up out of the page. Which diagram below correctly represents the direction of the magnetic field on either side of the sheet?

A.


B.

C.

D.

E.


Answer: D

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