Mechanical Engineering > GATE 2026 > Vector Calculus
Let φ be a scalar function. Then, ∇φ is
A
always perpendicular to the surface of constant φ
B
always parallel to the surface of constant φ
C
the minimum rate of change of scalar φ
D
always zero

Correct : a

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