If Q = 80 nC, a = 3.0 m, and b = 4.0 m in the figure, what is the magnitude of the electric field at point P?

A. 45 N/C
B. 70 N/C
C. 29 N/C
D. 47 N/C
E. 92 N/C


Answer: D

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