Solving for Potential Difference Between (4,6,3) and (8,1,6)

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To compute the potential difference between points (4,6,3) and (8,1,6) in a constant electrostatic field E = (2, 7, 12) N/C, the relevant equations include Fq = qE and Vr = Keq1/(r-r1). The user initially attempted to find the vector magnitude between the points and calculate the electrostatic force, but expressed uncertainty about the correctness of this approach. They noted that the problem should be solved using algebra rather than calculus, suggesting the use of V = - ∫ E · dl for potential difference. The discussion emphasizes the need for clarity in applying the correct equations to solve for potential difference in a non-calculus context.
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1. Homework Statement [/b]
Problem - Compute the potential difference between the points (4,6,3) and (8,1,6) due to a constant electrostatic field given by E = (2 ihat + 7 jhat + 12 khat) N/C. distance in meters

Homework Equations



Fq = qE

Vr = Keq1/(r-r1)

Fq = (Kq1 (r-r1))/(r-r1)3

The Attempt at a Solution



I can't figure out how to solve.

Currently I combined the two points to find the vector magnitude and then found the maginute of E. then plugged into the Fq = qE problem to solve for q. Then plugged into the Vr equation. I don't believe this is correct though and should be using the third equation as well.
 
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V = - \int \mathbf{E} \cdot d \mathbf{l}
 


The class is not calculus based. It has to be worked by algebra.
 
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