Regarding the "self-energy" of a point charge, all of the following points are valid except
A) it is an unsolved problem of physics.
B) a straightforward calculation produces an infinite answer.
C) its constant value renders it irrelevant where energy differences account for observable effects.
D) Hold it! There are no exceptions.

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The concept of self-energy of a point charge indeed encompasses all the points mentioned: it remains an unsolved problem in physics, straightforward calculations yield infinite results, and its constant value means it is often disregarded in calculations involving energy differences, which are more relevant for observable effects.

Regarding the "Self-Energy" of a Point Charge, All of the Following