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PHY 102 Coulomb's law and Electric Fields Objective Question
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Question

In the context of two parallel plates with an electric field between them, if a positive test-charge experiences a force directed from plate A to plate B, what is the direction of the electric field?
Options
A From B to A
B From A to B
Correct Answer
C Perpendicular to the plates
D Cannot be determined without knowing the charges on the plates
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Solved Problem 25.1(c) on page 16 states: 'A positive test-charge between the plates experiences a force directed from A to B and this is, by definition, the direction of the field.'

Hint

Remember the fundamental definition of electric field direction in relation to a positive test charge.

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Coulomb's law and Electric Fields
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 858 of 1819
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