A positive test charge q is released near a positive fixed charge Q.

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The discussion centers on the behavior of a positive test charge q released near a fixed positive charge Q. Participants clarify that the problem assumes no friction, as introductory physics questions typically provide all necessary details. The focus is on the electric force acting on the test charge, which will influence its acceleration. It is noted that the test charge will experience decreasing acceleration due to the repulsive force from the fixed charge. Overall, the consensus is to disregard friction and concentrate on the electric interactions at play.
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I am not sure if am suppose to consider this charge q, released in the space where there is no friction, or if it is released where there is friction... am I too far from the answer? Because I would assume that it will be in decreasing acceleration. Very confuse with all this topic.

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I would assume there is no friction in this question. Usually intro physics questions will specify EVERYTHING you need to solve it. Since there is no \mu, I would guess that you should only consider the electric force on the test particle.
 
that's what i thought. Thank you very much!
 

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