An electric dipole with dipole moment $p$ is placed with its axis at $30^{\circ}$ to a uniform electric field. The work done in rotating the dipole to a position where its axis is perpendicular to the field is

  • A
    $2 p E$
  • B
    $\frac{2 p E}{\sqrt{3}}$
  • C
    $\frac{\sqrt{3} p E}{2}$
  • D
    $0$

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