[Physics] Question regarding a circular loop of wire in a magnetic field on a paper

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I don't understand the following problem. A circular loop of wire lies in the plane of the paper. An increasing magnetic field points out of the paper. What is the direction of the induced current in the loop? The answer is supposedly that the induced current is in the direction of clockwise on the loop but I don't understand how it is not counterclockwise. I drew a picture that I have linked that shows my work and any help is appreciated![enter image description here]1

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The given answer is correct. I recommend you to try again before looking for the explaination.

Using Lenz's Law the current is induced in such a direction so that the magnetic field created due to the induced current opposes the increasing external magnetic field. enter image description here

Maybe this figure will help.

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