Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)
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Chapter 23, Problem 8EAP
The electric field strength 10.0 cm from a very long charged wire is 2000 N/C. What is the electric field strength 5.0 cm from the wire?
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