College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
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Chapter 15 - Electric Charge, Forces, and Fields - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Multiple Choice Questions - Page 554: 20

Answer

(c) the net number is zero

Work Step by Step

As per gaussian law, number of lines is proportional to the charge inside the gaussian surface. Since, the charge inside it is zero, so net number of lines is zero.
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