In the figure shown a current $I_1$ is established in the long straight wire $AB$.Another wire $CD$ carrying current $I_2$ is placed in the plane of the paper. The line joining the ends of this wire is perpendicular to the wire $AB$. The force on the wire $CD$ is:

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  • A

    zero

  • B

    towards left

  • C

    directed upwards

  • D

    none of these

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