How Strong Is the Electric Field at the Midpoint of a Triangle's Side?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the electric field at the midpoint of a side of an equilateral triangle with point charges of 4.1 µC at each corner. The triangle has sides measuring 0.28 meters. Participants emphasize the importance of showing initial efforts when seeking help with physics problems. The calculation involves vector addition of the electric fields produced by each charge at the midpoint. Understanding the symmetry of the triangle is crucial for solving the problem effectively.
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IP A point charge q = 4.1 uC is placed at each corner of an equilateral triangle with sides 0.28 meters in length. What is the magnitude of the electric field at the midpoint of any of the three sides of the triangle?
 
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