Finding mass only given electrons

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Homework Statement


A neutral balloon picks up 42 electrons when it is rubbed on someone's head.
Calculate how much the mass of the balloon has increased.


Homework Equations



E=F/q
F=kq1q2/r^2

The Attempt at a Solution


Well, I do know the answer is 3.82 x 10^-29.
Using E=F/q q=1.6x10^-19 but I don't know where the electric field comes from.
Using F=kq1q2/r^2 both q's= 1.6x10^-19 and k=9x10^9 but I don't know where the distance comes from.
I feel like I haven't been given enough information...? Please help.
 
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What's the mass of an electron? (Look it up!)
 
I think you are over-complicating this. How much do 42 electrons weigh?
 
Yeah, never mind I just got it
 

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