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Potential difference is applied across the ends of a conductor. Choose the correct statement.

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Electrons move from higher potential to lower potential.
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Electrons move from lower potential to higher potential.
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Protons move from lower potential to higher potential.
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Protons move from higher potential to lower potential.
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Solution

The correct option is B Electrons move from lower potential to higher potential.
When a wire is connected between two points and the potential difference between the two points is non- zero, current flows from the higher potential to the lower potential. As electrons flows in the opposite direction to the current, they move from the lower to higher potential.

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