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In an electrical circuit, which of the following quantities is analogous to temperature?

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Potential
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Resistance
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Current
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Charge
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Solution

The correct option is A Potential
When there is a temperature difference, heat flows from high temperature to low temperature. Similarly, when there is a potential difference electric current flows from high potential to low potential. Hence, potential is analogous to temperature.

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