Question

How is the direction of electric current related to the direction of flow of electrons in a wire?

• A. Direction of flow of current is opposite of direction of flow of electron.
• B. Direction of flow of current is same as direction of flow of electron.
• C. Direction of flow of current is random and independent of direction of flow of electron.
• D. The relation is different for conductors of different materials.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Direction of flow of current is opposite of direction of flow of electron.

Conventionally, the direction of electric current in an electric circuit is taken in opposite direction (positive to negative) to the direction of flow (negative to positive) of electrons which are negative charges.