Question

Suppose that you're facing a straight current-carrying conductor, and the current is flowing toward you.

The lines of magnetic force at any point in the magnetic field will act in
A. the same direction as the current.
B. a clockwise direction.
C. a counterclockwise direction.
D. the direction opposite to the current.

Answer 1

Answer: b. a clockwise direction

Explanation: just took the test

Answer 2

Right-hand rule reveals a connection between the current and the magnetic field lines in the magnetic field. It is also called Ampere`s right hand screw rule. It determines the direction of the magnetic field surrounding a current carrying wire. The thunb points direction of current and fingers point the direction of magnetic lines of force. Answer: C ) a counterclockwise rotation.