Question

the images below show two pairs of magnets. the magnets in different pairs do not affect each other. all the magnets shown are made of the same material, but some of them are different shapes. pair 1 pair 2 think about the magnetic force between the magnets in each pair. which of the following statements is true? the magnitude of the magnetic force is smaller in pair 1. the magnitude of the magnetic force is smaller in pair 2. the magnitude of the magnetic force is the same in both pairs.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall magnetic - force factors

The magnetic force between two magnets depends on the magnetic properties of the materials (same here), the distance between them, and the orientation of the poles.

Step2: Analyze given situation

In both pairs, the magnets are made of the same material, the distance between the poles is the same ($2.85$ cm), and the pole - orientations are the same (N - S attraction in both pairs).

Answer:

The magnitude of the magnetic force is the same in both pairs.