A +40-μC and a -4

question 56

Multiple Choice

A +4.0-μC and a -4.0-μC point charge are placed as shown in the figure.What is the potential difference between points A and B? (k = 1/4πε₀ = 9.0 × 10⁹ N ∙ m²/C²)

• A)48 V
• B)96 V
• C)0 V
• D)96 kV
• E)48 kV

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