Two wires, where is magentic field zero?

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The discussion focuses on finding the point along the y-axis where the magnetic field is zero between two parallel wires carrying currents in opposite directions. The currents are I1 = 53 A and I2 = 37 A, positioned at y1 = 3 cm and y2 = 13 cm, respectively. The participant attempted to set the magnetic field strengths equal to each other to solve for the distance but encountered confusion regarding the direction of the magnetic fields produced by the currents. The calculation led to a position of r = 5.88 cm, but the participant recognized a potential error in understanding how the opposing currents affect the magnetic field vectors. The discussion highlights the need for clarity on the behavior of magnetic fields in such configurations.
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Homework Statement


Two wires carry current I1 = 53 A and I2 = 37 A in the opposite directions parallel to the x-axis at y1 = 3 cm and y2 = 13 cm. Where on the y-axis (in cm) is the magnetic field zero?

I1= 53 A
I2=37A


Homework Equations



B(r)=Iu/[2(pi)r]

The Attempt at a Solution



I thought i could solve this guy by setting the strengths of the fields equal to each other and finding r. Much of it would cancel out so I basically had

53u/(2[pi]r)=37u/(2[pi](10-r)

[(10-r)*53]/r=37

r=5.88

and then I added 3 to r since the starting position is y=3. It made sense to me but obviously i messed up somewhere.
 
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