Solve the given problem: The figure below shows a top view of two conducting rails on which a conducting bar can slide. A uniform magnetic field is directed perpendicular to the plane of the figure as shown. A battery is to be connected to the two rails so that when the switch is closed, current will flow through the bar and cause a magnetic force to push the bar to the right. In which orientation, A or B, should the battery be placed in the circuit? Hint: Use the right hand rule for the formula F=I1XB

Solve the given problem: The figure below shows a top view of two conducting rails on which a conducting bar can slide. A uniform magnetic field is directed perpendicular to the plane of the figure as shown. A battery is to be connected to the two rails so that when the switch is closed, current will flow through the bar and cause a magnetic force to push the bar to the right. In which orientation, A or B, should the battery be placed in the circuit? Hint: Use the right hand rule for the formula F=I1XB

Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337553292

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter28: Magnetic Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 38AP

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