Magnetic Force on a Circuit: What is the Magnitude of Force on a Structure?

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of the magnetic force on a structure within a circuit, specifically focusing on the magnitude of the force as influenced by current and magnetic field strength. The problem involves vector operations and the application of relevant physics equations.

Discussion Character

  • Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to calculate the force using the equation involving current, magnetic field, and the sine of the angle. Some participants question the correctness of the answer key and the calculations presented, particularly regarding the option A.

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Participants are actively engaging with the problem, discussing the validity of the answer key and expressing uncertainty about specific options. There is a collaborative effort to verify the correctness of the calculations and assumptions made by the original poster.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of an answer key that lists multiple options as correct, which has led to some confusion regarding the calculations. The original poster's calculations do not align with the answer key, prompting further discussion about potential errors or misinterpretations.

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Homework Statement


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(Ans: A,B,C,D)

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The Attempt at a Solution


The magnitude of force on the structure is given by

$$|I(\vec{AC}\times \vec{B})|=I|\vec{AC}||\vec{B}|\sin(\pi/4)$$
From the question, ##I=2\,A##, ##|\vec{AC}|=2\sqrt{2}\,m## and ##|\vec{B}|=2\,T##. Hence,
$$|F|=2\times 2\sqrt{2}\times 2 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}=8\,N$$
However, this is incorrect as per the answer key.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
 

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What does the answer key say?
 
dauto said:
What does the answer key say?

I already stated the answers below the image. The correct choices are A,B,C,D.
 
The key says they are all correct? I agree with you. A seems to be off by a factor 21/2
 
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dauto said:
The key says they are all correct? I agree with you. A seems to be off by a factor 21/2

Yes, all the options are correct. I already proved that B,C,D are correct, I was unsure about only the A option. Thanks dauto for the check! :)
 

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