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A stationary charge is placed in a magnetic field, it will experience a force.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B
False

The magnetic field exerts a force on moving charge but not on stationary charge. Hence, the stationary charge placed in a magnetic field will not experience a force.

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