$A$ uniform magnetic field of $0.3 \text{ T}$ is established along the $+z$-direction. $A$ rectangular loop of sides $10 \text{ cm}$ and $5 \text{ cm}$ carries a current of $12 \text{ A}$ and is placed in the $xy$-plane as shown in the figure. The torque acting on the loop is $....... \text{ Nm}$.

  • A
    $-1.8 \times 10^{-2} \hat{i}$
  • B
    $-1.8 \times 10^{-2} \hat{j}$
  • C
    $1.8 \times 10^{-2} \hat{i}$
  • D
    zero

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