Question

question 8 of 10
a magnet was cut in half to form the pieces shown. which image best
represents the original magnet?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Explanation:

A magnet has two poles, north (N) and south (S). When a magnet is cut, each piece still has a north and a south pole. So the original magnet must have a north and a south pole. Option A has a south pole on the left and a north pole on the right, which is a valid magnet configuration. Option B has north - south but in the wrong order (a magnet cannot have north on one end and south on the other in that orientation as per the cut pieces shown). Option C has three poles (N - S - N) which is incorrect as a magnet has two poles. Option D has multiple N and S poles which is incorrect.

Answer:

A.