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A point charge q is situated at X between two parallel plates which have a potential difference V and carry charges `+Q` and `-Q`. What is the electric field strength at X ?

A

`V/d`

B

`(Vq)/d`

C

`Q/(4piepsilon_0a^2)`

D

`(qQ)/(4piepsilon_0a^2)`

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The correct Answer is:
A
The electric field strength in a parallel plate capacitor with applied voltage of `V` and separation `d` is given by `E=V//d`.
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