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Q · MagnetismModerate · 45s
At the magnetic poles of Earth, the angle of dip is: 46
TopicMagnetism
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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At poles, field is vertical ⇒ δ = 90°.
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Final Answer: Option D — 90°
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