When does a wire loop in a magnetic field have maximum and minimum current?

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Homework Statement


What is the orientation of the loop relative to the magnetic field when the current has its maximum, and its minimum magnitude.

Homework Equations


Ohm's law & Faraday's law

The Attempt at a Solution



The loop of wire is perpendicular to the magnetic field which gives it it's maximum current...
When the loop of wire is parallel to the magnetic field so it is in the plane of the field, which gives it it's minimum current.

I have moderate cognitive dysfunction so am find explaining things I know, quite hard, gimme equations anyday, what more information do I need?

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The loop of wire must be moving to generate a current. The maximum current occurs when the loop is moving in a direction perpendicular to the magnetic field, cutting through the field lines quickly. I think it will be necessary to have a diagram of the loop and magnets to answer this question properly.