Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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Author: Katz, Debora M.
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Chapter 28, Problem 14PQ
(a)
To determine
The estimation of time would take for an imaginary positive charge to make its way through the length of the wire.
(b)
To determine
The comparison of answer in part (a) to the amount of time it takes before the light appears.
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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