Three identical charges A, B and C are arranged in a line and in this order. The distance between A and B is twice the distance between B and C. a.) Sketch the possible field distribution between A and C. Given that the force exerted by A on B is 3.0 × 10-6N, find The force exerted by C on B, the net force exerted on A, stating its direction.

Three identical charges A, B and C are arranged in a line and in this order. The distance between A and B is twice the distance between B and C. a.) Sketch the possible field distribution between A and C. Given that the force exerted by A on B is 3.0 × 10-6N, find The force exerted by C on B, the net force exerted on A, stating its direction.

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