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Physics Question on electrostatic potential and capacitance

Figure shows some equipotential lines distributed in space. A charged object is moved from point AA to point BB

A

The work done in figure (i) is the greatest

B

The work done in figure (ii) is the least

C

The work done is the same in figure (i), (ii) and (iii)

D

The work done in figure (iii) is greater than figure (ii) but equal to that in figure (i)

Answer

The work done is the same in figure (i), (ii) and (iii)

Explanation

Solution

In all the three figures, VA=20VV_{A} =20 \, V and VB=40VV_{B} = 40 \, V Work done in carrying a charge qq from AA to BB is W=q(VBVA)W=q \left(V_{B}-V_{A}\right) Hence, work done is same in all figures