$A$ point particle of charge $Q$ is located at $P$ along the axis of an electric dipole $1$ at a distance $r$ as shown in the figure. The point $P$ is also on the equatorial plane of a second electric dipole $2$ at a distance $r$. The dipoles are made of opposite charges $q$ separated by a distance $2a$. For the charged particle at $P$ not to experience any net force,which of the following correctly describes the situation?

  • A
    $\frac{a}{r} \approx 20$
  • B
    $\frac{a}{r} \approx 10$
  • C
    $\frac{a}{r} \approx 0.5$
  • D
    $\frac{a}{r} \approx 3$

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