Choose an incorrect statement regarding a compass.

The compass needle is a type of magnet.

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Compass is a device used for finding directions.

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Magnet of the compass needle has only one pole.

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The needle of the compass always points in a north-south direction.

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Solution

The correct option is C Magnet of the compass needle has only one pole.
A compass is a device used to find directions. The needle aligns in a north-south direction when it comes to rest because the needle is a magnet. A magnet as we know, cannot have one pole.

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