$A$ long straight wire in the horizontal plane carries a current of $50\, A$ in the north to south direction. Find the magnitude and direction of the magnetic field $B$ at a point $2.5\, m$ east of the wire.

  • A
    $4 \times 10^{-6} \, T$ upwards
  • B
    $6 \times 10^{-6} \, T$ downwards
  • C
    $4 \times 10^{-6} \, T$ east
  • D
    Both $(A)$ and $(C)$

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