Question

Magnets should be kept inside a closed container because

• A. it will melt otherwise.
• B. it will attract metal debris.
• C. it will lose its magnetic property.
• D. it will repel substances made up of wood.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

it will attract metal debris.

Magnets should be kept inside a closed container because magnets have the tendency to attract metal debris. This will cause inconvenience due to the added weight of the debris to the person keeping the magnet.