Consider the following statements regarding electricity:

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Question

Consider the following statements regarding electricity:

I. Static electricity does not flow through wires.

II. Lightning is an example of static electricity.

III. Electric current is always static in nature.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

  1. A. Only I and II are correct (Correct answer)
  2. B. Only II and III are correct
  3. C. Only I and III are correct
  4. D. I, II and III are correct

Correct Answer

Option A — Only I and II are correct

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Only I and II are correct.

Key Points

  • Statement I: Static electricity is a stationary buildup of charge — it does not flow through wires like current electricity ✓.
  • Statement II: Lightning is a massive discharge of static electricity between clouds and the ground ✓.
  • Statement III: Electric current is the flow of charges — it is dynamic (moving), NOT static ✗.
  • Only Statements I and II are correct.