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When one electron is taken towards the other electron. then the electric potential energy of the system:

Correct answer: C. Increase

  • A. Decrease
  • B. Remains unchanged
  • C. Increase
  • D. Become zero

Explanation

Option C is correct as When one electron is taken towards the other electron, then the electric potential energy of the system increases.This is because the two electrons are oppositely charged, so they attract each other. As the electrons get closer together, the force of attraction between them increases, and so does the electric potential energy of the system.

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