FIGURE 19-8
-Three equal point charges of varying signs are placed on the corners of a square of side d as shown in Figure 19-8. Which of the arrows shown represents the direction of the net electric field at the center of the square?

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FIGURE 19-8 
-Three equal point charges of varying signs are placed on the corners of a square of side d as shown in Figure 19-8. Which of the arrows shown represents the direction of the net electric field at the center of the square?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The net electric field at the center of the square is zero because the electric fields due to the three charges cancel each other out.

FIGURE 19-8 -Three Equal Point Charges of Varying Signs Are Placed on Are