Is My Procedure Correct for Charge Density and Electric Field?

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The discussion centers on the correctness of a procedure for calculating charge density and electric field. Participants confirm that the equations used in the homework statement are relevant and that the procedure appears accurate. The original poster seeks validation of their approach, which includes visual aids to clarify their methodology. Overall, the consensus is that the procedure is sound, although specific numerical results are not provided.

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Is my procedure/result correct? Are these equations relevant for the problem? Many thanks!


Homework Statement

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Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

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Your procedure looks right, so I'd expect that the answer should be right as well. (I don't know offhand what it's supposed to be, of course)
 
Thank you very much!
 

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