An electron enters an electric field with its velocity in the direction of the electric lines of force. Then:

  • A
    The path of the electron will be a circle
  • B
    The path of the electron will be a parabola
  • C
    The velocity of the electron will decrease
  • D
    The velocity of the electron will increase

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