An electron with an initial speed of $4.0 \times 10^6 \,ms ^{-1}$ is brought to rest by an electric field. The mass and charge of an electron are $9 \times 10^{-31} \,kg$ and $1.6 \times 10^{-19} \,C$, respectively. Identify the correct statement.
  • AThe electron moves from a region of lower potential to higher potential through a potential difference of $11.4 \,\mu V$
  • BThe electron moves from a region of higher potential to lower potential through a potential difference of $11.4 \,\mu V$
  • CThe electron moves from a region of lower potential to higher potential through a potential difference of $45 \,V$
  • DThe electron moves from a region of higher potential to lower potential through a potential difference of $45 \,V$
KVPY 2013, Medium
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