MCQ
What is the total work done on moving a test charge on an equipotential surface?
  • A
    Maximum
  • B
    Minimum
  • C
    Constant
  • Zero

Answer

Correct option: D.
Zero

The potential difference between any two points on an equipotential surface is zero.
Work done $=$ Test charge $\times$ potential difference$(0)$

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