Why is the x-component of the electric field at point P positive?

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Start date May 1, 2019
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May 1, 2019

Kasiopea

Homework Statement: Three charges q1,q2 and q3 are placed on the vertices of an isosceles triangle ABC
respectively. As shown in the picture. Determine the electric field E
at point P and the electric potential difference

Relevant Equations: E=k*q*hatr/|r|^2

I got the answer:
E(P)=(k*Q)/(3î )−(k*Q*ĵ) /2
Can someone confirm if this is the right answer?

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May 1, 2019

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The magnitudes of the components are correct but not the signs. Can you see why the x-component should be positive? The y-component is fine.

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