Question 56Asked in RRB JE CBT-1, 20 Feb 2026, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)

What is the reason why electrons move in a conducting wire when connected to a

What is the reason why electrons move in a conducting wire when connected to a battery, but not when the wire is left untouched?
  1. AA battery creates a potential difference that sets electrons in motion
  2. BGravity acts on electrons in the wire
  3. CWire is made of copper
  4. DElectrons have intrinsic energy for movement
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Correct answer: (A) A battery creates a potential difference that sets electrons in motion

From RRB JE CBT-1 PYQ 20 Feb 2026, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)

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