$A$ point charge $+q$ is placed in front of a grounded metal plate. Points $P$ and $Q$ are between the charge $X$ and the plate $Y$ as shown in the figure. Let $E_P$ and $E_Q$ be the magnitudes of the electric fields at points $P$ and $Q$ respectively. Which of the following statements is true?

  • A
    $E_P = E_Q$
  • B
    $E_P > E_Q$
  • C
    $E_P < E_Q$
  • D
    $E_P = 0 = E_Q$

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