Question

identifying why a compass works
why does a compass point toward earths geographic north pole? select three options.
earths geographic north pole is close to the magnetic north pole.
earths geographic north pole is close to the magnetic south pole.
magnets allowed to move freely align themselves to point north.
the north pole on a compass is attracted to earths magnetic north pole.
the north pole on a compass is attracted to earths magnetic south pole.

Explanation:

A compass has a magnetized needle. Opposite magnetic poles attract. Earth's geographic North Pole is close to its magnetic south - pole. Freely - moving magnets align with Earth's magnetic field.

Answer:

1. Earth's geographic North Pole is close to the magnetic south pole.
2. Magnets allowed to move freely align themselves to point north.
3. The north pole on a compass is attracted to Earth's magnetic south pole.