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Electric Potential and Potential Difference

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is the formula to calculate the electric potential.

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V = W/Q

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V = W x Q

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V = W/t

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V = W x t

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Solution

The correct option is A V = W/Q
Electric potential is defined as the amount of work done (W) in moving a unit charge (Q) from infinity to a point. Its unit is volt (V) and it is calculated as,
$V = \frac{W}{Q}$

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