Two concentric shells of radii $R$ and $3R$ are placed as shown in the figure. The outer shell carries a charge $Q$. The inner shell is grounded. Find the electric field at point $P$,which is at a distance $2R$ from the center.

  • A
    $\frac{kQ}{12R^2}$
  • B
    $\frac{kQ}{R^2}$
  • C
    $\frac{kQ}{4R^2}$
  • D
    Zero

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