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A current flows in a conductor from east to west. The direction of the magnetic field at a points above the conductor is

A

towards north

B

towards south

C

towards east

D

towards west

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The correct Answer is:
A
The direction of current is shown in the figure.

According to Fleming's left-hand directio of magnetic field produced will be towards north.
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