A point charge Q is placed at point O as shown in the figure. Is the potential difference V_A–V_Bpositive, negative, or zero, if Q is (i) positive (ii) negative?

Answer

With increase in distance, potential due to point charge decreases. So,

i) V_A - V_Bis positive when charge Q is positive.

ii) V_A- V_B is negative.

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