Which of the following forces can only be attractive?

Electrostatic force

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Gravitational force

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Magnetic force

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All the above

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Solution

The correct option is B
Gravitational force

Gravitational force can only be attractive. It cannot be repulsive. But both electrostatic & magnetic forces can be attractive or repulsive depending upon the nature of charges or magnetic poles.

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