A +5.0−μC charge experiences a 0.41-N force in the positive y direction. If this charge is replaced with a −2.7−μC charge, find the magnitude of the force in this case.

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Tyler Rinker · Answer 1 · 2024-11-27T05:26:32+0000

Answer: r = 0.54m

Explanation: F=k(q1*q2)/r^2

Change micro charge by multiplying 10^-6

Manipulate the formula to find r.

r =√k(q1*q2)/F

r = √(8.99*10^9 N*m^2/c^2)(5.0*10^-6C)(2.7^10^-6C)/0.41N

r = 0.54m