$A$ point charge of $10\,\mu C$ is placed at the origin. At what location on the $X$-axis should a point charge of $40\,\mu C$ be placed so that the net electric field is zero at $x = 2\,cm$ on the $X$-axis?

  • A
    $x = 6\,cm$
  • B
    $x = 4\,cm$
  • C
    $x = 8\,cm$
  • D
    $x = -4\,cm$

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