i) Which of the compass needle orientations in the following diagram correctly describesthe magnet’s field at that point?

(a)

Explanation: The magnetic field originates from the North Pole and terminates at the South Pole, so the magnetic lines of force are directed from the north to south. Among the compass needles only (a) follows the magnetic lines.

(b) Here the needle must point towards the right side

(c) Here the needle must point towards the left side

(d) Here the needle must point towards the right side