Question

1. A positive electric charge in a region of changing electric potential will: A. move in the direction of decreasing potential B. move in the direction of increasing potential C. move in an undetermined way; we need more information D. remain at rest

Answer 1

The correct option is (B).

Step-by-step explanation:

The electric potential is the amount of work energy needed to move a unit of electric charge from a reference point to the specific point in an electric field. The electric potential due to a point charge is given by :

`V=(kQ)/(r)`

Where

k is the electrostatic constant

Q is the electric charge

r is the distance from the charge

So, a positive electric charge in a region of changing electric potential will move in the direction of increasing potential.