Three charges: q1 = +5 nC, q2 = +7.1 nC, q3 = -4 nC; are placed in line as shown below. Charge 1 and 2 are fixed at x = 6.6 cm. Determine the position that q3 must be placed to be kept in equilibrium. i.e. F1 on 3 = F2 on 3 q1 q3 q2 r x - r x Select one: a. 3.30 cm b. 3.01 m c. 0.03 cm d. 0.03 m
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Given that q1 and q2 are fixed at x = 6.6 cm, the distance between q1 and q3 is 6.6 cm. The distance between q2 and q3 is also 6.6 cm. Show more…
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