A magnetic compass shows a deflection when placed near a current-carrying wire. How will the deflection of the compass get affected if the current in the wire is increased? Support your answer with a reason.
A magnetic compass shows a deflection when placed near a current-carrying wire. How will the deflection of the compass get affected if the current in the wire is increased? Support your answer with a reason.

Answer: As the deflection increases, so does the deflection. The strength of the magnetic field will be directly proportional to the amount of current that passes through the straight conductor, as shown in the diagram.