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A grounded conducting sphere may be...

A grounded conducting sphere may be

A

positively charged

B

Negatively charged

C

Neutral

D

Any of the above

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To solve the question "A grounded conducting sphere may be", we need to analyze the behavior of a grounded conducting sphere when it is charged. ### Step-by-step Solution: 1. **Understanding Grounding**: A grounded conducting sphere is connected to the Earth, which allows it to exchange charge freely with the Earth. This means that any excess charge on the sphere can either flow to the Earth or be supplied by the Earth. 2. **Case of Positive Charge**: - If the conducting sphere is initially positively charged, it has a deficiency of electrons. ...
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