Q1 = -0.10 µC is located at the origin. Q2 = +0.10 µC islocated on the positive x axis at x = 1.0 m. Which of thefollowing is true of the force on Q, due to Q2?(a) It is attractive and directed in the +x direction.(b) It is attractive and directed in the -x direction.(c) It is repulsive and directed in the +x direction.(d) It is repulsive and directed in the –x direction.

Two charges are given and force due to them is, F=kQ1Q2x2

Answered: Q1 = -0.10 µC is located at the origin.…

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