If the magnetic field vector is directed toward the north and a positively charged particle is moving toward the east,what is the direction of the magnetic force on the particle?
A)up
B)west
C)south
D)down
E)east

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The direction of the magnetic force on a charged particle moving in a magnetic field can be determined using the right-hand rule. Point your fingers in the direction of the velocity (east), curl them towards the magnetic field direction (north), and your thumb will point in the direction of the force on a positive charge, which is up.

If the Magnetic Field Vector Is Directed Toward the North