Can someone grade my practice test?

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The discussion revolves around a practice test where the user presents their solutions to various physics problems involving electric fields and forces. They detail their calculations for specific questions, including the electric field strength and force, but express uncertainty about some answers and the approach to certain problems. Feedback indicates that there were errors in the initial setup of the equations, particularly in question 1, which resulted in a low score for that part. The user seeks clarification on their mistakes and ultimately finds resolution in their calculations. The conversation highlights the importance of showing work in problem-solving to receive full credit.
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a) 0.102m
I set the electric fields equal to each other and canceled out the ks:
3q/(2d^2)= 8q/(d+x)^2 and then I solved from there.

b) 9.78*10^7
3q + 8q= 2.2e-5
E= 9e9 (2.2e-5/.045^2)= 9.78e7 N/C

c)1.56*10^-11
F=qE= 9.78e7*1.6e-19= 1.56e-11 N

2.A
3.D
4.D
5. I have no idea how to approach this problem.

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7. I have no idea. Wouldn't it be parallel to both the +x and -x axes?
 

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For problem 1, not enough work was shown and some errors were made early on. You get 5/30 on question 1.
 
vertigo said:
For problem 1, not enough work was shown and some errors were made early on. You get 5/30 on question 1.

where did I make an error?

3q/(2d)2 = 8q/(d+x)2

sqrt(8q) 2d= sqrt(3q) d+x

.002449 d + .002449x = 3.6e-4

x= .10197 m
 
The 5 marks were for part c because the method was correct.
 
vertigo said:
The 5 marks were for part c because the method was correct.


I don't see where I messed up at part a.
 
nevermind, I got the answers for it.
 
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