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Electric potential: definition

Problem

A positive charge, Q, is located at point O.
The electrostatic force due to Q, slowly pulls a point charge (no acceleration), q=1.5 C, from point B to point A, doing 3 J of work.
What is the potential difference, VBVA, or, VBA?
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