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A freely suspended magnet rests in :...

A freely suspended magnet rests in :

A

east-west direction

B

north-south direction

C

north-east direction

D

north-west direction

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To solve the question "A freely suspended magnet rests in:", we need to determine the direction in which a freely suspended magnet aligns itself when allowed to move freely. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Concept of a Freely Suspended Magnet**: - A freely suspended magnet is one that is allowed to rotate and align itself according to the Earth's magnetic field. 2. **Observing the Behavior of the Magnet**: ...
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    A
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    B
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