Considering a group of positive charges, which of the following statements is correct?

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  • A

    Net potential of the system cannot be zero at a point but net electric field can be zero at that point.

  • B

    Net potential of the system at a point can be zero but net electric field can't be zero at that point.

  • C

    Both the net potential and the net field can be zero at a point.

  • D

    Both the net potential and the net electric field cannot be zero at a point.

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