Phys 202 – 25 Exam Questions on Electric Fields, Capacitance & Charge Behavior – Texas A&M University

This document provides a curated set of 25 multiple-choice questions with 100% correct answers designed for Phys 202 – University Physics II at Texas A&M University. The questions reflect the structure and topics of Exam 1 from the 2025/2026 academic year and include key subjects such as electric fields, electric potential, charge distribution, conductors in electrostatic equilibrium, the electron-volt, electrostatic induction, and in-depth applications of capacitance and its equations. The explanations touch on concepts such as electric dipoles, field direction, and energy storage in capacitors, all foundational for mastering electromagnetism. This material is ideal for students enrolled in: University Physics II (Calculus-Based) Physics for Engineers or Physical Science Majors STEM courses involving electromagnetism or electrostatics The document is especially useful for undergraduate physics and engineering students preparing for exams, quizzes, or conceptual reviews on topics including Coulomb’s Law, energy in electric fields, and the properties of capacitors. Whether you're self-studying or reviewing classroom material, this document offers a compact and highly focused set of problems to strengthen your understanding and boost exam performance. Keywords: electric field, electrostatics, capacitors, charge distribution, electric potential, capacitance, Coulomb’s law, point charge, conductor, energy storage, electric dipole, field lines, electrostatic equilibrium, parallel plate capacitor, induced charge