Question

A rectangular loop carrying a current i is situated near a long straight wire such that the wire is parallel to the one of the sides of the loop and is in the plane of the loop. If a steady current I is established in wire as shown in figure, the loop will

(a) Rotate about an axis parallel to the wire

(b) Move away from the wire or towards right

(c) Move towards the wire

(d) Remain stationary

Answer

(c) Move towards the wire

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