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The discussion centers on verifying the accuracy of an illustration created for a homework problem involving conducting plates and a beam. The user utilized PowerPoint to create the illustration but misaligned the orientation of the conducting plates, which should be parallel to the beam rather than perpendicular. The feedback indicates a misunderstanding of the problem's requirements, specifically regarding the beam's origin and arrangement. The user is advised to revise the illustration to align with the correct conceptual framework.

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Homework Statement



Did I draw the illustration to this problem correctly?

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No equations are needed. I just want to know if I drew the illustration correctly.

The Attempt at a Solution



I actually used powerpoint to draw this illustration so I put forth an effort!
 
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"Conducting plates placed above and below the beam" suggest that each plate is in a plane parallel to the plane containing the beam and field. Your masterpiece, alas, differs from this and has the plates perpendicular.

Back to the drawing board!
 
I think you understood the beam to be eminating from one of the plates. This is unlikely to be what is intended (and would be difficult to arrange, anyway).
 

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