Find the position(s) along the line connecting the two charges below at which you could place a small positive charge and have it remain stationary. Justify your answer. +2q 4cm +1q Does your answer change if the charge placed is a small negative one instead?

Find the position(s) along the line connecting the two charges below at which you could place a small positive charge and have it remain stationary. Justify your answer. +2q 4cm +1q Does your answer change if the charge placed is a small negative one instead?

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