Calculating Electric Field from Force on a Charge

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The electric field (E) at a charge can be calculated using the formula E = F/q, where F is the force experienced by the charge and q is the magnitude of the charge. In this case, a 4C charge experiences a force of 45i N, leading to an initial calculation of E = 45/4 = 11.25 N/C. However, the correct representation of the electric field should include the directional component, resulting in E = 11.25i N/C. The confusion arises from the interpretation of the force vector and its components.

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Homework Statement


A 4C charge experiences 45i of force. What is the electric field at the charge?


Homework Equations


F=qE --> E=F/q


The Attempt at a Solution


Q=4
F=45i 0j

I don't really know how to find the actual force from this component without an angle or anything.

E=45/4 = 11.25.. this is the wrong answer
 
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It looks right to me. What does the "i" mean in "45i"? If it means the x direction, then you may need an "i" on the 11.25, too.
 
i is the x-component and for some reason the answer is 14i N/C, but i don't know why
 
Check the 4 C and the 45 N; if they are correct then your answer is correct and the 14 is wrong. It should be reported to whoever marks your work.
 

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