Q49 / 54 · KVPY 2017 (5 Nov SA) · Physics

Positive point charges are placed at the vertices of a star shape as shown in the figure. Direction of the electrostatic force on a negative point charge at the centre $\mathrm{O}$ of the star is

Correct answer
A
towards right
B
vertically up
C
towards left
D
vertically down

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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