Question: If two charges of +3 µC and -3 µC are placed 0.2 m apart, what is the magnitude of the force between them?
Options:
Correct Answer: 45 N
Solution:
Using Coulomb\'s law, F = k * |q1 * q2| / r^2 = (8.99 x 10^9 N m²/C²) * |3 x 10^-6 C * -3 x 10^-6 C| / (0.2 m)^2 = 45 N.