Coulomb's Law and net electric field

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The discussion revolves around calculating the net electric field produced by two negative point charges, q1 and q2, at specific points A and B. The net electric field at point A is determined to be 10,360 N/C directed to the right, while at point B, it is 6,068.6 N/C, also directed to the right. The main challenge lies in finding the magnitude and direction of the electric force on a proton at point A, which remains unresolved. Participants are encouraged to focus on the relationship between electric field units (Newtons per Coulomb) and the force calculation. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in applying these concepts to solve the final part of the problem.
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Homework Statement



Two point charges q1 = -5.60 nC, and q2 = -14.0 nC are separated by 25.0 cm (see figure below).

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(a) Find the net electric field these charges produce at point A
magnitude 10360 N/C
direction is to the right

(b) Find the net electric field these charges produce at point B.
magnitude 6068.6 N/C
direction is to the right

(c) What would be the magnitude and direction of the electric force this combination of charges would produce on a proton at A?
magnitude ______ N
direction is to the right


The Attempt at a Solution


Okay well you can see that I figured out all of the answers except for the last magnitude, it seems to be really easy but I think I am just doing something little wrong, not sure.
Can someone please help with what I have to do?
Thank you!
 
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There is a strong hint in the units of the electric field you calculated: Newtons per Coulomb.
 
I'm still not quite sure where you're going with that. I tried a couple things but I ended with the wrong answer..
 
What did you try?
 
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