Question

A metallic solid sphere is placed in a uniform electric field. The electric lines of force follow the path(s) shown in the figure as

• A. $1$
• B. $2$
• C. $3$
• D. $4$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $4$

We know that,
$\left(1\right).$ Electric field lines never enter a metallic conductor.
$[$ Violated by lines $1,2$ and $3]$

$\left(2\right)$. They fall normally on the surface of a metal conductor and also emerges normally.
$[$ Followed by line $4]$

Based on the above assumptions of the hypothetical concept of electric field lines, the most appropriate answer is $\left(d\right)$.