Chapter 18, Problem 11MCP

Two large metal plates carry equal and opposite charges spread over their surfaces, as shown in Figure 18.33. Which statements about these plates are correct? (There may be more than one correct choice.)

Figure 18.33

Multiple-Choice Problem 11.

1. A.    The electric potential at point a is higher than the potential at point b.
2. B.     The electric potential at point a is equal to the potential at point b.
3. C.     The electric-field strength at point a is equal to the field strength at point b.
4. D.    If a positive point charge is released at point a, it will move with constant velocity toward point b.