Calculating Electric Field from Force on a Point Charge

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The electric field at a point can be calculated using the relationship between force and electric field, defined by the equation F = QE. In this discussion, a force of (3.0 î -5.0 ĵ) × 10-3 N is acting on a 1.20 µC charge. The relevant equation for calculating the electric field is E = F/Q, which allows for the determination of the electric field strength at that point. Understanding this relationship is crucial for solving problems involving electric fields and forces on charges.

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Homework Statement


What is the electric field at a point when the force on a 1.20 µC charge placed at that point is
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= (3.0 î -5.0 ĵ) × 10-3 N?

Homework Equations


E = KQ/d^2

The Attempt at a Solution


I'm having trouble visualizing the question. I attempted to draw it out, but its not making sense. Not asking for the answer, just an explanation of the problem. Thank you
 

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Hi Benjamin and welcome to PF.

The equation you posted is not very relevant. What is another equation that directly relates force and electric field?
 
kuruman said:
Hi Benjamin and welcome to PF.

The equation you posted is not very relevant. What is another equation that directly relates force and electric field?
Benjamin said:

Homework Statement


What is the electric field at a point when the force on a 1.20 µC charge placed at that point is View attachment 219285 = (3.0 î -5.0 ĵ) × 10-3 N?

Homework Equations


E = KQ/d^2

The Attempt at a Solution


I'm having trouble visualizing the question. I attempted to draw it out, but its not making sense. Not asking for the answer, just an explanation of the problem. Thank you
The answer gives the explanation in this case.Force and electric field are related by the formulae :F=QE .Using this you can calculate the electric field .
 
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