O-LevelPhysicsMagnetism5054/11 · Oct/Nov 2021 · Q271 Mark
Object X is on an electronic balance. Object Y is held above object X as shown. The reading on the balance increases when Y is moved closer to X. Why does this happen?
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AX and Y are both made of iron.
BX and Y are both magnets.
CY is a magnet and X is made of iron.
DY is made of iron and X is a magnet.
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B: X and Y are both magnets.
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