Electric Force: Magnitude & Direction Calc.

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To calculate the electric force on a charge of -3.5 × 10−7 C in a 12 N/C field, the equation Fe = e * q is used. The resulting force calculation yields a negative value, indicating that the force direction is opposite to the electric field. A positive force would align with the field direction, while a negative force indicates movement to the left. The user seeks confirmation on the correctness of their calculation and interpretation of the force's direction. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately determining electric force in physics problems.
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Homework Statement


Calculate the magnitude and direction of the electric force if a charge of −3.5 × 10−7 C is placed in a field of 12 N/C


Homework Equations


e = Fe/q

The Attempt at a Solution


I just plugged in values into the equations to find Fe and my answer was negative so the force is going to the left? I was just wondering if i did this right! thank you!​
 
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Positve force implies it is in the same direction as the field, negative in the opposite direction to the field.
 
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