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Magnets and Magnetism

Question 5 • Fall 24 GSE Physical Science B IC

Maglev trains use magnets on the train and guideway to levitate the train off the track. The north pole of the magnets on the train must face the

Answer
A
south pole of the magnets on the guideway so they repel.
B
south pole of the magnets on the guideway so they attract.
C
north pole of the magnets on the guideway so they repel.
D
north pole of the magnets on the guideway so they attract.

Explanation

Like magnetic poles repel, while opposite poles attract. To lift the train away from the guideway, the north pole on the train must face a north pole on the guideway, so the magnets repel and push the train upward.

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