Strength of Electric Field with a point charge

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The discussion centers on calculating the strength of the electric field created by a +11 nC charge located at the origin, specifically at the coordinates (-5 cm, 5 cm). Participants express confusion regarding the correct application of the electric field formula, E = k|q|/r², for both the x and y axes. There is also a clarification needed about what is meant by "a 11 charge," indicating a potential misunderstanding of the charge's value. The calculations involve combining the electric field components from both axes to find the resultant field strength. Overall, the thread highlights common challenges in applying electric field equations in two-dimensional scenarios.
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Problem:
A +11 nC charge is located at the origin.

Question:
What is the strength of the electric field at the position x,y (-5cm, 5cm) ?


I would think you would do this but when I try it I get the wrong answer

for x-axis - E=k|q|/r2
For y-axis - E=k|q|/r2

Then \sqrt{}Ex^2 + Ey^2
 
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ltruiz45 said:
Problem:
A 11 charge is located at the origin.
What is "a 11 charge"?
Question:
What is the strength of the electric field at the position ?
At what position?

I would think you would do this but when I try it I get the wrong answer

for x-axis - E=k|q|/r2
For y-axis - E=k|q|/r2

Then \sqrt{}Ex^2 + Ey^2
 
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