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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.

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The deflection increases. The strength of magnetic field is directly proportional to the magnitude of current passing through the straight conductor.

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