Which statement is always correct when applied to a charge distribution located in a finite region of space?
A) Electric potential is always zero at infinity.
B) Electric potential is always zero at the origin.
C) Electric potential is always zero at a boundary surface to a charge distribution.
D) Electric potential is always infinite at a boundary surface to a charge distribution.
E) The location where electric potential is zero may be chosen arbitrarily.

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The reference point for electric potential can be chosen arbitrarily, meaning the location where the potential is zero is a matter of convenience.

Which Statement Is Always Correct When Applied to a Charge