Question

describing why magnets float. three magnets are placed on a plastic stick as shown in the image. the magnets are floating above each other because the, which causes the magnets to push away from each other. same poles are closest together. opposite poles are closest together.

Explanation:

Magnets have two poles (north and south). Like - poles repel each other, while opposite poles attract. When the same poles of magnets are closest together, they experience a repulsive force causing them to float apart.

Answer:

same poles are closest together