Two identical straight conductors X and Y carry the same current in the same uniform…

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · A Level · Mathematics · Trigonometry · Trigonometry

Problem

Two identical straight conductors X and Y carry the same current in the same uniform magnetic field. Conductor X makes an angle of 30∘30^{\circ} with the field, while conductor Y makes an angle of 60∘60^{\circ}. Which conductor experiences the larger force? Calculate the ratio FX:FYF_X : F_Y.

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