MCQ
Electric lines of force about a positive point charge are:
  • Radially outwards.
  • B
    Circular clockwise.
  • C
    Radially inwards.
  • D
    Parallel straight lines.

Answer

Correct option: A.
Radially outwards.
Electric lines of force about a positive point charge are always radially outwards.

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