An electron is moving along the positive $x$-axis. $A$ uniform electric field exists towards the negative $y$-axis. What should be the direction of a magnetic field of suitable magnitude so that the net force on the electron is zero?

  • A
    positive $z$-axis
  • B
    negative $z$-axis
  • C
    positive $y$-axis
  • D
    negative $y$-axis

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