Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology When a magnetic needle is placed at a neutral point, it turns Vertical Horizontal At an angle greater than 90 degree At an angle smaller than 90 degree Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation At a neutral point, the horizontal components of the Earth's magnetic field and any other magnetic fields cancel out completely. Only the vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field remains, causing the needle to align vertically.