Understanding Electric Fields: Solving Problems with Giancoli's Physics Textbook

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The discussion revolves around understanding electric fields using Giancoli's physics textbook, specifically in relation to a problem involving two charges of 6.00mC placed at opposite corners of a square, with a distance of 0.100m between them. The user seeks clarification on how to derive the solution rather than just obtaining the answer, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying concepts. Participants note the need for a clearer statement of the problem to provide effective guidance, particularly regarding whether there are charges on all four corners or just the two mentioned. The focus is on finding the resultant electric field created by these charges. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges of grasping electric field concepts and the importance of thorough problem articulation for effective learning.
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I need help with physics...I don't want answers...that's for cheaters, and can retrieve the answers...I need help understand how the answer came to be. The book I'm using is giancoli, I'm on chapter 16 Electric Charge and Electric Field.:eek: I have a square with both + and - charges of 6.00mC on opposite corners and the distance between the charges is .100m, how do I solve this I tried using an example in the book but my answer did not match up...help!
 
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Are there charges on all four corners, or just two?

You never stated the question in full (most of us don't own the book, so don't cite where it came from, just give a good description of the problem). So, for example, I have no clue what you're even trying to solve for
 
Find the resultant electric field probably.
 

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