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Work done in moving a unit positive charge through a disance x metre on an equipotential surface is

A

work is done on the charge

B

work is done by the charge

C

no work is done

D

work done is constant

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C
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  • Work done in moving a positive charge on an equipotential surface is

    A
    zero
    B
    positive
    C
    negative
    D
    infinite

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