14 - Two charges, -2Q and +Q, are located on the x-axis, as shown in the figure. Point P, at a distance of 3D from the origin O, is one of two points on the positive x-axis at which the electric potential is zero. How far from the origin O is the other point? ( V = kq/r ) a) 3/2 D b) 2 D c) 5/3 D d) 3/5 D e) 2/3 D
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We have two charges, -2Q and +Q, placed on the X-axis. The goal is to find the distance from the origin to another point on the positive X-axis where the electric potential is zero, given that one such point is at a distance of 3D from the origin. Show more…
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