Question

which of the following is true of compasses?
a. compasses always point toward geographic north.
b. a compass has both a south pole and a north pole.
c. a compass has only a south pole.
d. compasses are generally electromagnets.

Explanation:

• A compass is a magnet. All magnets have both a north and a south pole.
• Compasses point towards magnetic north, not always geographic north (due to magnetic declination).
• Compasses are permanent magnets, not generally electromagnets.

Answer:

B. A compass has both a south pole and a north pole.