Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

Two bar magnets are placed near each other. Magnet A is fixed to the table, while Magnet B is free to move on rollers. If Magnet B moves AWAY from Magnet A, which poles are likely facing each other?

A South and North
B North and South
C North and North
D South and South
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Step 1: Magnet B moves away, indicating a force of repulsion. Step 2: Magnetic repulsion occurs only between LIKE poles (N-N or S-S). Step 3: Option C (North and North) describes like poles.

Correct answer: North and North

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