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Q · Current ElectricityMedium · 45s
When a negatively charged rod is brought near an uncharged metal sphere, the sphere will: Option: 3
TopicCurrent Electricity
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The negative charge repels free electrons in the sphere to the far side, leaving the near side positively charged.
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Final Answer: Option C — Gain a positive charge by induction
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