$A$ thin rod of length $L$ has magnetic moment $M$ when magnetised. If the rod is bent into a semicircular arc,what is the magnetic moment in the new shape?

  • A
    $\frac{M}{L}$
  • B
    $\frac{M}{\pi}$
  • C
    $\frac{M}{2 \pi}$
  • D
    $\frac{2 M}{\pi}$

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