Physics-Electric Potential

NEET Physics Electric Potential MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statements about electric potential is correct?

A

Electric potential at a point is the work done in bringing a unit positive charge from infinity to that point.

B

Electric potential can vary within a charged conductor.

C

The electric potential inside a conductor is higher than outside its surface.

D

Electric potential is always zero at points infinitely far from any charge.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Electric potential at any point is defined as the work done in bringing a unit positive charge from infinity to that point, as stated in the NCERT context. The potential inside a conductor is constant and equal to the potential at its surface, not varying, and potential at infinity is generally taken as zero only relative to other points.

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