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Two point charges, \(q_1 = +3.0\ \mu\text{C}\) and \(q_2 = -5.0\ \mu\text{C}\), are held \(0.20\text{ m}\) apart in a vacuum, as shown. The Coulomb constant is \(k = 8.99\times10^9\text{ N m}^2\text{C}^{-2}\).
What is the magnitude of the electrostatic force between the two charges?