Finding the charge density that produces a specific field

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The discussion revolves around using Gauss's Law to determine the charge density that produces a specific electric field. The initial assumption is that the problem involves surface charge density, as Gauss's Law typically applies to surface integration. There is confusion regarding whether the choice of charge density or the method of solving is incorrect. A suggestion is made to consider Gauss's Law in its differential form as a potential solution. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in the type of charge density and the appropriate application of Gauss's Law.
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Using Gauss law,
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Since there has been no mention of which type of charge density we have to find out I assumed it to be surface charge density since Gauss Law is in surface intergration , and I don't think there is any need to doing integration since the options given are results obtained without integration , I just can't get what's wrong

Is the problem in my choice of charge density or my method of solving it wrong?

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Have you tried Gauss's Law in differential form?
 
kuruman said:
Have you tried Gauss's Law in differential form?
No, I will try that
 
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