Three point charges Q1-0.4 uc;Q2 = -0.4 uc and Q= -0.4 uc are placed as shown in figure, where the distance a-4 cm. The electric potential (in kV) at point P is: Select one: O a. -170.0 O b. -63.7 O c. -85.0 O d. -127.3

Three point charges Q1-0.4 uc;Q2 = -0.4 uc and Q= -0.4 uc are placed as shown in figure, where the distance a-4 cm. The electric potential (in kV) at point P is: Select one: O a. -170.0 O b. -63.7 O c. -85.0 O d. -127.3

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Chapter20: Electric Potential And Capacitance

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Three point charges Q1 0.4 uc;Q2 = -0.4 uc and Q= -0.4 uc are placed as shown
in figure, where the distance a-4 cm. The electric potential (in kV) at point P is:
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Select one:
O a. -170.0
O b. -63.7
O c. -85.0
O d. -127.3

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