$A$ conducting wire $PQ$ carries a current $10 \ A$ as shown in the figure. It is placed in a uniform magnetic field $5 \ T$ which is acting normally outwards from the paper. The net force experienced by the wire is:

  • A
    $0$
  • B
    $5 \ N$
  • C
    $30 \ N$
  • D
    $20 \ N$

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