Two Equal Positive Charges Are near Each Other

question 14

Multiple Choice

Two equal positive charges are near each other. If we increase the amount of charge on just one of them, then

• A) the electric field points toward the larger charge.
• B) the strength of the electrical force on both decreases.
• C) the electric field at the position of the smaller charge increases.
• D) the larger charge feels a stronger electrical force and the other a weaker electrical force.

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