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A positive charge is moving vertically upwards in the magnetic field towards the south. In which direction will it be deflected?

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north

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south

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C

east

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west

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Solution

The correct option is C east
If the positive charge is moving upwards the corresponding current is also upwards, the magnetic field is towards the south. Using Flemings left-hand rule force is towards east and deflection towards east.

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