Wire loop parallel to and above an infinite plane of iron

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To find the force on a wire loop with a current of 10A above an infinite plane of iron, the concept of image currents is suggested as a solution method. The user has drawn an image current loop below the plane but is uncertain about how to relate the original current I to the image current I'. There is confusion regarding the initial steps to take in solving the problem. The discussion highlights the need for clarity on using image currents and possibly exploring alternative methods. Overall, the user seeks guidance on how to approach this physics problem effectively.
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Homework Statement



A wire Loop R with a current I=10A running through it, is distance d above an infinite plane of iron with mu=5mu_0 R=2d. Find the force on the loop

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I would assume you could use image currents in the plane of iron to solve this

The Attempt at a Solution



I have no idea where to start: I drew an "image current loop" a distance d BELOW the plane, labeled I', and now I need to get I in terms of I'? How am I supposed to do that?

Thanks in advance
 
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