Physics · Electrostatic Potential

Consider the following statements regarding electrostatic potential energy and potential: (A) Electrostatic force is conservative. (B) The work done by an electrostatic field depends on the path taken. (C) Potential energy difference is independent of the choice of reference point. (D) Electrostatic potential at infinity is conventionally taken to be zero. Which of the above statements are correct?

Correct answer · Option 1

(A), (C) and (D) only

Statements (A), (C), and (D) are correct. Statement (B) is incorrect because electrostatic field work is path-independent.