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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 3 Objective Question

Question

If the forces F between two charged particles is measured for various distances r, what is the slope of the graph of log F vs log r?
Options
A -2
Correct Answer
B 2
C ½
D –log2
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

F = k/r² → log F = log k – 2 log r. Slope = –2.

Hint

log F vs log r: slope = –2.

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