Physics: Principles with Applications
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Chapter 16, Problem 20Q
Given two point charges, Q and 2Q, a distance l apart, is there a point along the straight line that passes through them where E = 0 when their signs are (a) opposite, (b) the same? If yes, state roughly where this point will be.
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