What Is the Electric Field Magnitude at r for Concentric Spheres?

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There are three concentric thin spheres of radii a,b, c (a>b>c). The outer surface charge densities of their surfaces are σ, -σ and σ respectively. Find the magnitude of electric field at r (distance from centre) such that a>r>b ??

My answer was,

Er = [ K σ . 4 (pi) c2 / r2 - K σ . 4 (pi) b2 / r2 ]

But the answer is given as,

4(pi) b2 / r2
 
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If 1/K=epsilon, I think your answer is correct.
 
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