MCQ
An infinitely long, straight conductor $AB$ is fixed and a current is passed through it. Another movable straight wire $CD$ of finite length and carrying current is held perpendicular to it and released. Neglect weight of the wire
  • A
    The rod $CD$ will move upwards parallel to itself
  • B
    The rod $CD$ will move downward parallel to itself
  • The rod $C D$ will move upward and turn clockwise at the same time
  • D
    The rod $C D$ will move upward and turn anti$-$clockwise at the same time

Answer

Correct option: C.
The rod $C D$ will move upward and turn clockwise at the same time
The rod $CD$ will move upward and turn clockwise at the same time

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