Examine the scenario. A charged particle is surrounded by an electric field. A proton is placed in the electric field.

Which choice most accurately describes the behavior of the proton in the field?

The proton will move perpendicular to the direction of the electric field.

The proton will move in the same direction as the electric field.

The proton will move opposite the direction of the electric field.

The proton will remain at rest in its position in the electric field.