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A compass needle normally points toward Earth’s magnetic pole, which is near the North Pole. Which best explains why the needle moves away from the pole when it comes close to a current-carrying wire?

A
Current within the wire weakens the magnetic force of the pole.
B
Magnetism surrounding the wire weakens the magnetic force of the pole.
C
Current within the wire draws the needle toward the wire.
D
Magnetism surrounding the wire draws the needle toward the wire.
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How does adding an iron bar to a solenoid affect the magnetic field of the electromagnet?

A
It changes the magnetic field to a current.
B
It changes the magnetic field’s direction.
C
It increases the magnetic field’s strength.
D
It decreases the magnetic field’s strength.
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Dante drew a diagram to show how a wire uses the magnetic field of a magnet to induce an electric current.

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A
He can move the wire upward instead of downward.
B
He can connect the wire to both ends of the ammeter.
C
He can change the wire from coiled to straight.
D
He can place the wire between the poles of the magnet and not move it.

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