Calculating Net Electric Flux through Submarine Hull: E&M Homework Question

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The net electric flux through the hull of the submarine, given the internal charges of 2.00 µC, -9.00 µC, 27.0 µC, and -54.0 µC, is calculated using the formula Flux = q/e0. The total net charge is -34 µC, leading to a calculated flux of 3841807.91 N*m²/C. However, the final answer must be presented with three significant digits, which is crucial for accuracy in reporting results.

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Homework Statement


The following charges are located inside a submarine: 2.00 µC, -9.00 µC, 27.0 µC, and -54.0 µC.
(a) Calculate the net electric flux through the hull of the submarine.


Homework Equations


Flux = q/e0


The Attempt at a Solution


I found the net charge, which happens to be -34e-6. So, I plugged the numbers into the equation and I keep getting the wrong answer. My answer was 3841807.91 N*m^2/C.
I am running out of ideas
 
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You forgot the sign. The number is correct, but you need to give it with three significant digits.

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