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Question
The shape of the earth's magnetic field resembles that of an imaginary:
(a) U-shaped magnet
(b) Straight conductor carrying current
(c) Current-carrying circular coil
(d) Bar magnet
Solution
bar magnet
The shape of the earth's magnetic field resembles that of an imaginary bar magnet.
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