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The current flows from A to B as shown in figure, then the direction of the induced current in the loop will be

A

Straight line

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Anti-clockwise

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Clockwise

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is C Clockwise
Direction of magnetic field due to indicated current will be in upward direction passing through the coil.
So, a current in coil will be induced so that it decreases the flux in the coil.
So, current in the clockwise direction will be induced.

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