When an electric dipole $\overrightarrow{P}$ is placed in a uniform electric field $\overrightarrow{E}$,at what angle between $\overrightarrow{P}$ and $\overrightarrow{E}$ will the magnitude of the torque be maximum? (in degrees)

  • A
    $90$
  • B
    $0$
  • C
    $180$
  • D
    $45$

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