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A conductor `A` is given a charge of amount `+Q` and then placed inside a deep metal can `B`, without touching it

A

The potential of A does not change when it is placed inside B

B

If B is earthed, +Q amount of charge flows from it into the Earth

C

If B is earthed, the potential of A is reduced

D

If B is earthed, the potential of A and B both becomes zero

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