$A$ bar magnet of magnetic moment $1.5 \, A \cdot m^2$ lies aligned with the direction of a uniform magnetic field of $2 \, T$. What is the amount of work required to turn the magnet so as to align its magnetic moment normal to the field direction?

  • A
    $0$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $4.5$

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