For a particular straight conductor

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Magnetism and Electromagnetism · Magnetism and Electromagnetism

Problem

For a particular straight conductor, the magnetic force attains a maximum value of

2.4\,\text{N}

when the wire is perpendicular to the magnetic field. What will be the force on the same conductor when the angle between the wire and the field is

30°

? (a)

0.8\,\text{N}

(b)

2.08\,\text{N}

(c)

1.2\,\text{N}

(d)

4.8\,\text{N}