Each of the following pairs of charges are separated by a distance d. Which pair has the highest potential energy? a. +7C and +2C b. +7C and -2C c. -7C and +2C d. All pairs have the same potential energy
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Step 1: Calculate the potential energy for the pair of charges +7C and +2C: Potential energy = K * (q1 * q2) / d Potential energy = K * (7 * 2) / d Potential energy = 14K / d Show more…
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