A +50-μC Point Charge Is Placed at the 0 Cm Mark

question 36

Multiple Choice

A +5.0-μC point charge is placed at the 0 cm mark of a meter stick and a -4.0-μC charge is placed at the 50 cm mark.What is the net electric field at the 30 cm mark? (k = 1/4πε₀ = 8.99 × 10⁹ N ∙ m²/C²)

• A)4.0 × 10⁵ N/C
• B)5.0 × 10⁵ N/C
• C)9.0 × 10⁵ N/C
• D)1.4 × 10⁶ N/C

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Definitions:

Intermediate Cuneiform

A bone in the human foot located between the other two cuneiform bones and connects to the second metatarsal.

Lateral Cuneiform

One of the bones in the foot positioned within the tarsal region, contributing to foot structure and function.

Lateral Malleolus

The bony prominence on the outer side of the ankle, formed by the lower end of the fibula, involved in ankle stabilization.

Talus

A bone in the ankle that connects the leg to the foot, playing a key role in foot movement.