Question: A positive charge Q is to be divided into two positive charges q 1 and q 2 . Show that, for a given separation D

A positive charge is to be divided into two positive charges q1 and q2. Show that, for a given separation D, the force exerted by one charge on the other is greatest if q1 = q2 = ½ Q.

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