P, Q and R are three points in a uniform electric field. The electric potential is
minimum at R
minimum at Q
minimum at P
Same at all three points
A
minimum at P
B
minimum at R
C
Same at all three points
D
minimum at Q
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We know that electric field is directed along decreasing potential.
∴VQ>VR>VP
∴ electric potential is minimum at P
hence, option C is correct.
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