Figure shows the field lines on a positive charge. Is the work done by the field in moving a small positive charge from Q to P, positive or negative? Give reason

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Figure shows the field lines on a positive charge. Is the work done by the field in moving a small positive charge from Q to P, positive or negative? Give reason.

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Negative; As the charge is displaced against the force exerted by the field.