A positively charged rod X is brought near an uncharged metal sphere Y and is then touched by a finger with X still in place. When the finger is removed, the result is that Y has

A.

no charge and a zero potential

B.

a positive charge and a zero potential

C.

a negative charge and a positive potential

D.

a negative charge and a negative potential

Correct answer is D

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