Let $A, B$ and $C$ be the three points in a uniform electric field $(\overrightarrow{E})$ as shown. The electric potential is

  • A
    maximum at point $C$
  • B
    maximum at point $A$
  • C
    maximum at point $B$
  • D
    same at all points $A, B$ and $C$

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