The moving charge in the wire causes the compass to deflect; this is because

Vasilenicusor asked Apr 2, 2023

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A. the moving charge induces a magnet field

B. the energy of the charge pushes on the compass

C. the electrons heat up the wire, causing the compass to deflect

DelGurth answered Apr 8, 2023

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