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Two point charges q each are fixed at (a,0) and (-a,0). A third charge Q is placed at origin. Electrons potential energy of the system will

A

increase if `Q` is slightly displaced along x-axis

B

decrease if Q is slightly displaced along x-axis

C

increase if Q is slightly displaced along y-axis

D

decrease if Q is slightly displaced along y-axis

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A, D
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