In the Diagram, Q₁ = 6 $\mu$ C and Q₂ = -6

question 17

Multiple Choice

In the diagram, Q₁ = 6.0 $\mu$ C and Q₂ = -6.0 $\mu$ C. The electric field at point (2, 0) is

• A) in the positive x direction.
• B) in the negative x direction.
• C) in the positive y direction.
• D) in the negative y direction.
• E) zero at this point.

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