A point charge q1=+6.00 x 10 °C is at the point x=0.800 m, y =0.600 m and a second point charge q2= -2.00 x10-C is at the point x=0.800 m,y=0 m. Calculate the magnitude and direction of the resultant electric field at the origin due to these charges. NOTE: Upload your solution and final answer on the space provided.

A point charge q1=+6.00 x 10 °C is at the point x=0.800 m, y =0.600 m and a second point charge q2= -2.00 x10-C is at the point x=0.800 m,y=0 m. Calculate the magnitude and direction of the resultant electric field at the origin due to these charges. NOTE: Upload your solution and final answer on the space provided.

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter5: Electric Charges And Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

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