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The discussion addresses the calculation of potential difference between two points, a and b, in relation to a -4.2 µC point charge. Point a is located 70 cm north of the charge, while point b is 74 cm west. The solution involves determining Vba = Vb - Va and calculating the electric field differences Eb - Ea, including both magnitude and direction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of avoiding duplicate postings in forums.

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[SOLVED] potential difference

Consider point a which is 70 cm north of a -4.2 µC point charge, and point b which is 74 cm west of the charge (Fig. 17-23).


Figure 17-23.

(a) Determine Vba = Vb - Va.
V
(b) Determine Eb - Ea.
Magnitude
N/C
Direction
° (counterclockwise from east is positive)
 
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I gave you some advice on this problem in your other thread. Please do not double post questions in the future.
 

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