Two identical point charges

PHYSICS · Single correct · CBSE · Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance

Problem

Two identical point charges, each of charge qq , are separated by a distance rr . When rr is decreased, the electrical potential energy between the two charges is doubled. Which of the following correctly gives the change to the repulsive force, FF , experienced by each of the point charges? (1) FF halves. (2) FF stays the same. (3) FF doubles. (4) FF quadruples.

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