Problem 3: (II) Three positive particles of equal charge, +17.0 μC, are located at the corners of an equilateral triangle of side 15.0 cm (Fig. 16-53). Calculate the magnitude and direction of the net force on each particle due to the other two. FIGURE 16-53 +17.0 μC 15.0 cm 15.0 cm Problem 12. +17.0 με 15.0 cm +17.0 μС

Problem 3: (II) Three positive particles of equal charge, +17.0 μC, are located at the corners of an equilateral triangle of side 15.0 cm (Fig. 16-53). Calculate the magnitude and direction of the net force on each particle due to the other two. FIGURE 16-53 +17.0 μC 15.0 cm 15.0 cm Problem 12. +17.0 με 15.0 cm +17.0 μС

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