Magnitude of Electric Field problem

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The discussion centers on calculating the magnitude of the electric field at a point C due to two charges, q+ve and q-ve, with given values and distances. The user attempts to apply the formula E = E1 + E2, using kq/r for both charges but struggles with the components of the electric field, particularly the angle and the correct distances. There is confusion regarding the definitions of q+ve, q-ve, and the distances d1 and d2, as well as the specific location of point C. The user seeks clarification on these terms and their implications for solving the problem. Overall, the thread highlights challenges in understanding electric field calculations in the context of dipole-like configurations.
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Homework Statement


If q+ve=2.01 nC, q-ve=-2.01 nC, d1=3.28 cm, and d2=6.56 cm, what is the magnitude of the electric field at the position C?


Homework Equations



E=E1 + E2 E1=kq/r E2=kq/r

The Attempt at a Solution



I still can't get this, any help please

this is what I've done so far -- if u notice what I am doing wrong pleaseeeeee point it out

first, i got E from Q1 using kq/r (squared) = 1.68E7
then i got E from Q2 using kq/r (squared) -- found r using a squared+b squared= c
squared

then i started on getting the x and y components of each.
we know E from Q1 is only x component, and so x = 1.68E7 while y=0

E2 is at an angle
(i think i might be doing this part wrong) = sin angle = d2/r (found above) , angle is 63
degrees

x component of E2= E2cos63
y component of E2= E2sin63

now i add the two x together (E1)+ (-e2) and I have the neg Y

then i use phyth. theorm to get r in N/C

what am i doing wrong ?

(i then went back and unsquared all my r values for kq/rSquared into kq/r and it still don't work)
 
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Mabey It's just me, but I don't get the problem.
What is "q+ve"? (I know it's a charge but what kind, I don't understand the +/- ve)
Also, what are d1 and d2? Distances from what?
Does the point c have a special location like any axis, or is it just any point c?
 
q+ve=2.01 nC, q-ve=-2.01 nC - Sorta looks like a dipole, but I don't really understand the problem either...
 
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