Question 1 Multiple Choice
What happens to the magnetic force between two magnets as you move them farther apart?
AIt gets stronger
BIt stays the same
CIt gets weaker
DIt reverses direction
Magnetic force gets weaker as the distance between magnets increases. The closer the magnets are, the stronger the force.
Question 2 True / False
A magnet can attract a paper clip through a sheet of paper.
Answer: True
Magnetic force passes through many non-magnetic materials like paper, cardboard, and plastic without much weakening.
Question 3 Short Answer
Two magnets are placed with their north poles facing each other. What will happen?
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: The magnets will push apart (repel each other).
Like poles repel. Two north poles facing each other create a pushing force that drives the magnets apart.