Why does a compass needle move when it is near a magnet?

Question

a.it's scared of the magnet

b.it is a tiny magnet itself

c.it becomes magnetic when it's near a permanent magnet

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

b. it is a tiny magnet itself.

A compass needle is essentially a small magnetic compass that is magnetized and responds to magnetic fields. When it is brought near a magnet, the magnetic field of the magnet influences the compass needle, causing it to align itself with the magnetic field lines.