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The two wires shown in Figure P19.38 carry currents of 5.00 A in opposite directions and are separated by 10.0 cm. Find the direction and magnitude of the net magnetic field at the following locations.

Transcribed Image Text:5.00 A
5.00 A
-20.0 cm-
→+10.0 cm +10.0 cm→
Figure P19.38
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