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A charge `Q` is placed at the origin. The electric potential due to this charge at a given point in space is `v`. The work done by an external force in bringing another charge q from infinity up to the point is

A

equal to the electrostatic potential (V) at that point

B

equal to the negative work done

C

Both (1) and (2)

D

Neither (1) nor (2)

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