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If charge q is induced on outer surface of sphere of radius R, then intensity at a point P at a distance S from its centre is

A

inversely proportional to `(S+R)^(2)`

B

inversely proportional to `R^(2)`

C

inversely proportional to `S^(2)`

D

directly proportional to `S^(2)`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`Eprop1/r^(2)" "thereforeEprop1/s^(2)`
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