What does the direction of the thumb indicate in the Right-Hand Thumb Rule? In what way is this rule different from Fleming's Left-Hand Rule?

  • A
    Thumb indicates current direction; Fleming's rule indicates force direction.
  • B
    Thumb indicates magnetic field; Fleming's rule indicates current.
  • C
    Thumb indicates force; Fleming's rule indicates magnetic field.
  • D
    Both rules indicate the same physical quantity.

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