Question

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a metal paperclip is pulled toward a magnet even though they aren’t touching. which force is acting on the paperclip?
magnetic force (non - contact)
friction
applied force (push/pull by hand)
gravity

Explanation:

A magnet can attract a metal paper - clip without physical contact. This is due to the magnetic field of the magnet. Magnetic force is a non - contact force that acts on magnetic materials like the metal in the paper - clip. Friction requires contact, applied force by hand is not present here as it's the magnet acting, and gravity acts vertically downward and is not responsible for the attraction to the magnet.

Answer:

Magnetic force (non - contact)