What is the Ratio of I1 to I2 for Zero Magnetic Field at Points A, B, and C?

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The discussion focuses on determining the ratio of currents I1 to I2 that results in a zero magnetic field at points A, B, and C due to two parallel wires. Participants emphasize using the equation B = μ₀I/(2πr) to calculate the magnetic field produced by each wire. The total magnetic field at any point is the vector sum of the contributions from both wires. The key takeaway is that the ratio I1/I2 can be derived by setting the total magnetic field to zero at the specified points.

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Homework Statement


Because of the 2 wires in the figure,
For what value of the ratio I1/I2 is the magnetic field zero at the point A? point B? point C?

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http://tinypic.com/r/5otweg/7

The Attempt at a Solution


I honestly have no idea where to start with this problem, any help is appreciated!

I tried to upload the picture and it seems to not be working for me? My computer is really old so i don't know if its just not loading, if not here's the figure. http://tinypic.com/r/5otweg/7
 
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Assuming the bottom wire didn't exist, do you know how to calculate the magnetic field (both magnitude and direction) due to the first wire at A, B, and C? How about if the bottom wire was there, but the top one wasn't? The total magnetic field is just the vector sum of the contributions due to each wire.
 
ideasrule said:
Assuming the bottom wire didn't exist, do you know how to calculate the magnetic field (both magnitude and direction) due to the first wire at A, B, and C? How about if the bottom wire was there, but the top one wasn't? The total magnetic field is just the vector sum of the contributions due to each wire.

Well then i would have to use B = ul/2pir?
So do i just find that for each of the wires and then add them together?
 

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