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The magnetic lines of force around an in...

The magnetic lines of force around an infinitely long conductor carrying current are:

A

perpendicular to the conductor

B

inclined to the conductor

C

parallel to the conductor

D

concentric circles.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Concentric circles.
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