Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

Which of the following statements about electric charges and their interactions is correct?

A

Like charges repel each other, and unlike charges attract each other.

B

The force between charges is independent of their separation distance.

C

The electric force acts only between positive charges.

D

Charged objects can only attract each other, never repel.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Statement A is correct as it reflects the principle that like charges repel and unlike charges attract. This is supported by the NCERT context which mentions that repulsion occurs for like charges and attraction for unlike charges.

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