Three point-like charges are placed as shown in the figure, a = 20.0 cm and b = 66.0 cm. The charge (q3) is placed halfway on the (b) side. Find the electric potential energy of the charge q1. Let q1 = −2.00 μC, q2 = −3.90 μC, and q3=−3.70 μC.

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Three point-like charges are placed as shown in the figure, a = 20.0 cm and b = 66.0 cm. The charge (q3) is placed halfway on the (b) side. Find the electric potential energy of the charge q1. Let q1 = −2.00 μC, q2 = −3.90 μC, and q3=−3.70 μC.

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a = 20 cm b = 66 cm q1 = - 2μC q2 = -3.90 μCq3 = -3.70 μC

 

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