Two particles whose charges have equal magnitudes $q$ but opposite signs are placed as shown. The reference point for zero potential is infinity.

-(b) At which is the potential smallest?
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) E
F) None of the labeled points

Question

Two particles whose charges have equal magnitudes $q$ but opposite signs are placed as shown. The reference point for zero potential is infinity.
 
-(b) At which is the potential smallest?
A) A 
B) B 
C) C 
D) D 
E) E 
F) None of the labeled points

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The potential is smallest at point B, as it is typically the point closest to the negative charge or farthest from the positive charge in an electric field.

Two Particles Whose Charges Have Equal Magnitudes qqq But Opposite Signs Are Placed as Shown

Two Particles Whose Charges Have Equal Magnitudes $q$ But Opposite Signs Are Placed as Shown