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The angle between the equipotential surface and the electric field (or line of force) at any point on the equipotential surface is

A

`90^(@)` always

B

`0^(@)` always

C

`0^(@)` to `90^(@)`

D

`0^(@)` to `180^(@)`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Electric field is always perpendicular to the equipotential surface at any point.
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