A rod has positive charge +q at one end and negative charge -q at the other, forming

Question:

A rod has positive charge +q at one end and negative charge -q at the other, forming a dipole. The dipole is placed in a nonuniform electric field represented by the field lines in Figure Q20.30. Which arrow best indicates the direction of the net electric force on the dipole?

+q FIGURE Q20.30 E. D. A. B. C.