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No current flows between two charged bodies when connected, if they have the same:

Correct answer: B. Potential

  • A. Charge
  • B. Potential
  • C. Capacity
  • D. Density

Explanation

Potential difference drives current flow. If potentials are equal, there's no difference. No potential difference means no force to move charges.Thus, same potential means no current flow.

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