Foundation Science Primary 3 Interactions

Siti placed two bar magnets near each other as shown. The magnets moved apart immediately. Which of the following describes the poles facing each other?

A None of the above
B South and North
C North and South
D North and North
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Step 1: Moving apart indicates a force of repulsion. Step [2-9]: Repulsion only occurs between like poles. Step [2-9]: Therefore, the poles facing each other must be the same (N-N or S-S).

Correct answer: North and North

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