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You are experimenting by releasing electrons near a negatively charged, large sheet. You should expect which of the following results? Explain your reasoning.
A. Electrons closer to the sheet exhibit greater acceleration.
B. Electrons exhibit no acceleration.
C. Electrons exhibit the same acceleration everywhere near the sheet.
D. Electrons further from the sheet exhibit greater acceleration.
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