$A$ charge of $4\,\mu C$ is to be divided into two parts. The distance between the two divided charges is constant. What should be the magnitude of the divided charges so that the electrostatic force between them is maximum?

  • A
    $1\,\mu C$ and $3\,\mu C$
  • B
    $2\,\mu C$ and $2\,\mu C$
  • C
    $0$ and $4\,\mu C$
  • D
    $1.5\,\mu C$ and $2.5\,\mu C$

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