Question

(i) A compass is used to show the directions.
(ii) The needle of a compass is magnetic.

• A. Only (i) is correct
• B. Only (iI) is correct
• C. Both are correct
• D. Both are wrong

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Both are correct

All the given statements are correct. A compass is an instrument for determining directions, as by means of a freely rotating magnetized needle that indicates magnetic north. The Earth is a magnet that can interact with other magnets. Thus, the north end of a compass magnet is drawn to align with the Earth's magnetic field.