Finding the electic field inside a sphere

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The discussion focuses on calculating the electric field inside a charged sphere with a radius of 10 cm and a charge of 0.4 µC. The electric field just outside the sphere is determined to be 360,000 V/m. However, the main question is how to find the electric field within the sphere. It is noted that the electric field inside a uniformly charged sphere is zero. The thread highlights the need for clarification on applying the relevant equations for electric fields in different regions of a charged sphere.
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Homework Statement



what is the magnitude and direction of teh electric field just inside the sphere?
givens: radius=10cm charge=.4uC

Homework Equations



E=kq/r^2

The Attempt at a Solution


i found that the electric field just outside the sphere is 360000vm^-1
i just don't know how to find the field on the inside of the sphere
 
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