Physics

Problem

Three points P, Q, and R lie at radial distances

2\,\text{cm}

4\,\text{cm}

, and

6\,\text{cm}

, respectively, from the axis of a long, straight wire that carries a constant current. Which ranking correctly orders the magnitudes of the magnetic field at the three points from greatest to least? a)

B_{\text{P}} > B_{\text{R}} > B_{\text{Q}}

B_{\text{P}} > B_{\text{Q}} > B_{\text{R}}

B_{\text{R}} > B_{\text{Q}} > B_{\text{P}}

B_{\text{Q}} > B_{\text{P}} > B_{\text{R}}

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