NEET Physics Electric Potential MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about electric potential is correct?
The work done in moving a charge from a higher potential to a lower potential is positive.
Electric potential at a point is the work done per unit charge in bringing a test charge from infinity to that point.
Electric potential is the same for all points on a conductor in electrostatic equilibrium.
The electric potential increases when moving against the electric field.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement B is correct as it describes the definition of electric potential when bringing a test charge from infinity to a point in the electric field, as mentioned in the NCERT context. Statement A is incorrect; work done is negative when moving a positive charge to a lower potential. Statement C is true, but it does not address the potential difference concept. Statement D is also accurate but does not encapsulate the definition of electric potential directly.
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