What is the Magnitude of the Magnetic Field in a Moving Loop?

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The discussion centers on calculating the magnitude of the magnetic field in a moving rectangular loop of wire, which is transitioning from a magnetic field of 0.0044 Wb over 1.5 seconds. The relevant equation for electromotive force (EMF) is E = Δflux / Δtime. The challenge lies in determining how the velocity of the loop affects the change in magnetic flux, specifically whether the magnetic field (B), area (A), or both are changing during the motion.

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Homework Statement



A rectangular loop of wire is moving toward the bottom of the page with a speed of .042 m/s. The loop is leaving a region in which a magnetic field is directed into the page; the magnetic field outside this region is zero. If during the time of 1.5 s the magnitude of the change in magnetic flux is .0044 Wb, what is the magnitude of the magnetic field?

Homework Equations



E = delta flux / delta time ?

The Attempt at a Solution


I thought this was the equation to use mainly. but i have no idea where the veloicty comes into play. any help would be appreciated!
 
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Flux is B*A in this case, and you know d/dt (flux) = .0044. So you need to discover what part of the flux is changing: B, A, both?
 

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