A current carrying conductor placed in magnetic field experiences a force. The magnitude of force experienced by a current carrying conductor in magnetic field can be increased by:

Decreasing the magnetic field.

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Decreasing the current in the conductor

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Increasing the magnetic field

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct options are
B
Decreasing the current in the conductor

C
Increasing the magnetic field

The magnitude of force experienced by a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field depends on
(i) the current in the conductor
(ii) the strength of the magnetic field
(iii) the length of the conductor
F = B i L

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