Let $V$ and $E$ be the potential and electric field intensity at a point,respectively. Then:

  • A
    If $V = 0$,then $E$ must be zero.
  • B
    If $V \neq 0$,then $E$ cannot be zero.
  • C
    If $E \neq 0$,then $V$ cannot be zero.
  • D
    If $V = 0$,then $E$ may be zero.

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