NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about electrostatic potential and work done in moving charges are correct?
The work done in bringing a charge to a point is independent of the path taken.
The potential at a point is defined as the work done per unit charge in bringing a charge from infinity to that point.
The total work required to move multiple charges to a point is the sum of the work done due to each individual charge.
In electrostatics, work done is always positive when moving a charge against an electric field.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Option A is correct because the work done in electrostatics is path-independent. Option B misrepresents the definition of potential, which refers to bringing a charge from infinity to a point. Option C is misleading since the total work depends on the configuration of the charges as well. Option D is incorrect because work can be negative when moving with the electric field.
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