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Why would two poles of different magnets attract each other?

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Answer:

The poles closest to each other are opposite poles.

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When two magnets are brought near each other, like poles repel; opposite poles attract. When a magnet is brought near a piece of iron, the iron also gets attracted to the magnet, and it acquires the same ability to attract other pieces of iron.

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