The electric potential $V$ is given as a function of distance $x$ (metre) by $V = (4x^2 + 8x - 3) \ V$. The value of the electric field at $x = 0.5 \ m$,in $V/m$,is:

  • A
    $-16$
  • B
    $-12$
  • C
    $0$
  • D
    $+12$

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