An electron is shot through a spot somewhere between the ends of a horseshoe magnet. The electron
A) is repelled by both poles, and therefore is turned back.
B) is attracted to one of the poles, and repelled by the other.
C) is unaffected by the field.
D) speed is increased.
E) direction is changed.

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The electron will experience a force due to the magnetic field, which will change its direction according to the Lorentz force law.

An Electron Is Shot Through a Spot Somewhere Between the Ends