A point charge $q_1=4 q_0$ is placed at origin. Another point charge $q_2=-q_0$ is placed at $x =12\,cm$. Charge of proton is $q_0$. The proton is placed on $x$-axis so that the electrostatic force on the proton in zero. In this situation, the position of the proton from the origin is $..........cm$.

  • [JEE MAIN 2023]
  • A

    $24$

  • B

    $23$

  • C

    $22$

  • D

    $20$

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