An electric dipole is placed in a non-uniform electric field,then . . . . . . .

  • A
    The resultant force acting on the dipole may be zero.
  • B
    The resultant force acting on the dipole is always zero.
  • C
    Torque acting on it may be zero.
  • D
    Torque acting on it is always zero.

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