University Physics with Modern Physics Plus Mastering Physics with eText -- Access Card Package (14th Edition)
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Chapter 21, Problem 21.38E
The two charges q1 and q2 shown in Fig. E21.38 have equal magnitudes. What is the direction of the net electric field due to these two charges at points A (midway between the charges), B, and C if (a) both charges are negative, (b) both charges are positive, (c) q1 is positive and q2 is negative.
Figure E21.38
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University Physics with Modern Physics Plus Mastering Physics with eText -- Access Card Package (14th Edition)
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