Two bar magnets are held close together. When they are released, they move toward one another. Which best describes the original placement of the magnets?
Answer
A
The magnets are placed end to end with the north pole of each pointing toward the other.
B
The magnets are placed end to end with the south pole of each pointing toward the other.
C
The magnets are placed side by side with the like poles of each magnet near the other.
D
The magnets are placed side by side with the opposite poles of each magnet near the other.