Conventional current flows from
Correct answer: A. low potential to high potential
- A. low potential to high potential
- B. high potential to low potential
- C. high temperature to low temperature
- D. low temperature to high temperature
Explanation
Conventional current flow assumes positive charges moving from a higher potential (voltage) to a lower potential. Therefore, the correct option is (a).Incorrect options: (b) This is the direction of electron flow in a circuit, which is opposite to conventional current flow. (c) and (d) Temperature does not determine the direction of current flow.
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