Question

Directions: The picture below shows paper clips, W, X, Y, and Z, placed at different distances away from a magnet. Use the picture to answer any questions that follow.

w is at 1
x is at 4
y is at 5
z is at 7

Multiple Choice Question
If paper clips W and X were the only ones that moved toward the magnet, then the magnet does NOT work well at picking up paper clips more than
A.
4 centimeters away.

B.
5 centimeters away.

C.
7 centimeters away.

D.
10 centimeters away.

Answer 1

Based on the information provided, if only paper clips W and X moved toward the magnet, it indicates that the magnet is effective for those clips which are at distances of 1 centimeter (W) and 4 centimeters (X). Since paper clip Y (at 5 centimeters) and Z (at 7 centimeters) did not move, it suggests that the magnet does not work well for any paper clips beyond 4 centimeters. Therefore, the correct answer is:

**A. 4 centimeters away.**