Q: A straight conducting wire carries a DC current through it. Which one of the following statements is true regarding the magnetic field around the wire?
(a)The magnetic field does not depend upon the amount of current flowing through the wire
(b)The magnetic field does not depend upon the distance from the wire
(c)The magnetic field depends upon the material of the wire
(d)The magnetic field decreases with an increase from the wire
Correct Answer: (d)
The correct answer is (d) 'The magnetic field decreases with an increase from the wire'. This question from the Science & Technology domain tests knowledge of Computer & Information Technology.