Assignment question, two charges electric field

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The discussion revolves around calculating the new electric force between two charges after one charge is increased by 12 times and the distance between them is reduced to 0.44 cm. The initial conditions state that the charges are 11 cm apart with an electric force of 6e-6 N. Participants emphasize the importance of showing work and using the appropriate equations, as direct answers are not provided. The original poster expresses frustration with arriving at an unsolvable algebraic equation. The thread highlights the need for clarity in problem-solving and adherence to forum guidelines for homework assistance.
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Homework Statement



Two charges q1 and q2 are 11cm apart and have an electric force between them of 6e-6N. If the charge on q2 is increased by 12 times and the distance between q1 and q2 changed to .44cm, what is the new electric force between these charges?

q1 ?
q2 ?
distance (1) 11cm
distance (2) .44
electric force (1) 6e-6 N
electric force (2) ?

Homework Equations


Please! Help out its due reallly soon. If you could give the working please thanks!

Question:

Two charges q1 and q2 are 11cm apart and have an electric force between them of 6e-6N. If the charge on q2 is increased by 12 times and the distance between q1 and q2 changed to .44cm, what is the new electric force between these charges?

The Attempt at a Solution



I come up with an unsolvable algebraic equation :(

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The Attempt at a Solution

 
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Hi aks333 and welcome to PF. Please follow the rules of this forum and use the template when you seek help with homework. Show us the relevant equations and tell us what you tried and what you think about the problem. We just don't give answers away.
 

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