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The electric potential at a point (x, y) in x-y plane is given by V = - k (xy). The field intensity at a distance r from the origin varies as

a
r2
b
r
c
1/r
d
1/r2

detailed solution

Correct option is B

Given that V = -k x yEx=−∂V∂x=kyand Ey=−∂V∂y=kx∴ Er=Ex2+Ey2=k2y2+k2x2=kx2+y2=k⋅rSo, Er∝r.

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