Two positive point charges q1 and q2 are kept at the distance d. If the distance between them is triple. Calculate by which factor new electrostatic force is decreased.
A
3
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B
6
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C
8
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D
9
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E
12
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Solution
The correct option is B 9 By coulomb's law, the force between the charges is F=kq1q2r2