For the system shown in the figure, a = 60 cm, b = 80 cm, Q = -4.0 nC, and q = 1.5 nC.
(a) Find the magnitude of the electric field at point A and show its direction using an arrow in the figure.
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A
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B+ -
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(b) Find the electric potential due to two charges at point A, assuming the potential to be zero at infinity.
What is the potential difference VB - VA?
