Asking about direction of magnetic force

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The discussion centers on determining the direction of the magnetic force acting on a long wire with current flowing from west to east and a magnetic field directed into the page. Using Fleming's left-hand rule, the current (middle finger) is aligned from left to right, and the magnetic field (index finger) points into the page. The confusion arises when applying the rule, as the thumb, representing the force, appears to point upwards, while the suggested answer indicates the force is directed upwards. Clarification is needed on the application of the left-hand rule and the orientation of the fingers. Understanding the correct application of these principles is essential for accurately determining the magnetic force direction.
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I have a problem with a question that asked me to give the direction of magnetic force of a long wire with a current flowing from west to east horizontally with a magneitc field pointing into the page. What is the direction of the force and the motion afterwards?
 
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Use Fleming's left hand rule.
 
But after opplying the rule, my thumb point in a direction that's away from me. But the suggested answer that the force is pointing upwards. How come?
 
Follow the direction as on a map.

current is west to east means from left to right(middle finger)
magnetic field is into the paper (index finger)
where the thumb points? Is it upward

Dont confused with hand. Left hand.
 

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