College Physics (4th Edition)

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073512141
ISBN 13: 978-0-07351-214-3

Chapter 17 - Multiple-Choice Questions - Page 651: 11

Answer

The correct answer is: (b) B and C

Work Step by Step

Lines of equal potential cross electric field lines at $90^{\circ}$ angles. If we connect point B and point C with a straight line, the line will cross the electric field lines at approximately $90^{\circ}$ angles. This is not true if we connect any other pair of points labeled in the diagram. The correct answer is: (b) B and C
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