Which of the following functions describes the nature of interaction potential V(r) between two quarks inside a nucleon? (r is the distance between the quarks and a and b positive constants of suitable dimensions).

Which of the following functions describes the nature of interaction potential V(r) between two quarks inside a nucleon? (r is the distance between the quarks and a and b positive constants of suitable dimensions). Correct Answer $$V\left( r \right) = - \frac{a}{r} + br$$

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