Two electric charges $4q$ and $q$ are placed at a distance $l$ apart. $A$ third charge $Q$ is placed between them at the midpoint. If the resultant force on charge $q$ is zero,then the value of $Q$ is:

  • A
    $q$
  • B
    $-q$
  • C
    $2q$
  • D
    $-q/4$

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