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12.3 Magnetism and Current-Carrying Wires
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Two parallel wires carrying currents in opposite directions.
Two parallel wires carrying currents in opposite directions.
Two long, straight parallel wires are fixed in place on a flat surface. Wire 1 carries a current \(I_1\) directed toward the top of the page. Wire 2 is located to the right of Wire 1 and carries a current \(I_2\) directed toward the bottom of the page. Which of the following correctly describes the direction of the magnetic force exerted on Wire 2 by Wire 1 and provides the correct physical justification?

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