NEET Physics Electric Potential Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): The potential energy of a charge in an external potential V(r) is given by qV(r). | Reason (R): The potential energy is the work done by an external agency in assembling charges at their locations.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
While both statements are true, the reason does not directly explain the assertion. The potential energy qV(r) is due to the presence of an external potential, not due to work done in assembling charges.
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