When an electric current is passed, electrons move:

from High potential to Low potential

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in the direction of the current

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from Low potential to High potential

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perpendicular to the direction of current

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Solution

The correct option is C from Low potential to High potential
The battery creates a potential difference which leads to the flow of current from positive terminal to negative terminal. Hence, the current is flowing from the high potential to the low potential.

The direction of flow of electrons is opposite to direction of flow of current. Hence, the electrons move from low potential to high potential.

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When an electric current is passed, electrons move:​

When an electric current is passed, electrons move: