Imagine a small magnet (with its north pole vertically upward) passing near the north pole of an external magnet that is below the small magnet. In what direction does the net force acting on the magnet point?
A) Upward.
B) Downward.
C) There is zero net force.
D) None of the above (explain).

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The net force points downward due to the repulsive force between the like poles (north pole of the small magnet and north pole of the external magnet).

Imagine a Small Magnet (With Its North Pole Vertically Upward)