What are the equations and solution for electrostatics?

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Homework Statement



Hey guys.
Is it correct what I did there?

Thanks in advance.

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution

 
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  • Handwritten solution on grid paper: equilateral triangle of charges with forces F and F_T, equations F_T = sqrt(3)F, x = q/sqrt(3), and final result Q = q/sqrt(3) with a box around it.
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asi123 said:

Homework Statement



Hey guys.
Is it correct what I did there?

Thanks in advance.
You should be able to tell without any calculation that your solution is incorrect.

HINT:
Check the sign
 
Hootenanny said:
You should be able to tell without any calculation that your solution is incorrect.

HINT:
Check the sign

Yeah, but what about the magnitude?
As for the sign, it should be opposite from q, right?

Thanks.
 
asi123 said:
Yeah, but what about the magnitude?
As for the sign, it should be opposite from q, right?

Thanks.
Looks okay to me :approve: