Two ions are placed on the x-axis.One has a charge of +e and is located at the origin.The other has a charge of -4e and is located at x = +d,where d 0.Where on the x-axis could a third charge be placed such that the net electrostatic force on it caused by the other two charges is zero?
A)x = -2d
B)x = -d
C)x = +d
D)x = +2d

Question

Two ions are placed on the x-axis.One has a charge of +e and is located at the origin.The other has a charge of -4e and is located at x = +d,where d > 0.Where on the x-axis could a third charge be placed such that the net electrostatic force on it caused by the other two charges is zero?
A)x = -2d
B)x = -d
C)x = +d
D)x = +2d

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The Answer is B

Two Ions Are Placed on the X-Axis