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A horizontal circular loop carries a current that looks clockwise when viewed from above. It is replaced by an equivalent magnetic dipole consisting of a south pole `S` and a north pole `N`.

A

The line SN shoult be along a diameter of the loop.

B

The line SN should be perpendicular to the plane of the loop

C

The south pole should be below the loop

D

The north pole should be below the loop

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