Brock brings a magnet near a metal object. A magnetic force acts on an object, pulling it upward. Which of the following best describes the magnetic force?

A.
a force that acts at a distance
B.
a frictional force
C.
a contact force
D.
a gravitational foce

1 answer

The correct answer is:

A. a force that acts at a distance

Magnetic forces can affect objects without direct contact, which is why the magnet can pull the metal object upwards from a distance.