A positively charged particle moving due east enters a region of uniform magnetic field directed vertically upwards. The particle will
  • A
    Get deflected vertically upwards
  • B
    Move in a circular orbit with its speed increased
  • C
    Move in a circular orbit with its speed unchanged
  • D
    Continue to move due east
AIPMT 1997, Easy
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