In which direction does the magnetic field point due to a current flowing in a straight wire?

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In which direction does the magnetic field point due to a current flowing in a straight wire?
  1. Parallel to the wire
  2. Perpendicular to the wire
  3. Radially inward
  4. Radially outward

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Q: In which direction does the magnetic field point due to a current flowing in a straight wire?
Solution: The magnetic field lines around a straight wire are concentric circles, which are perpendicular to the wire.
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