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A charge `q_1` exerts some force on a second charge `q_2`. If third charge `q_3` is brought near, the force of `q_1` exerted on `q_2`.

A

Decreases

B

Increases

C

Remains unchanged

D

Increases if `q_3` is of the same sign as `q_1` and decreases if `q_3` is of opposite sign

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