How Do You Calculate Electric Force and Acceleration Between Charges?

In summary, we have two fixed negative electric charges, Charge A and Charge B, each with a charge of 7.4 x 10-5 Coulombs, separated by a distance of 2.7 meters. To find the electric force of Charge A on Charge B, we can use the equation F = kq1q2/r^2, where k is the Coulomb's constant, q1 and q2 are the charges of the two charges, and r is the distance between them. Similarly, to find the electric force of Charge B on Charge A, we can use the same equation. Since Charge B is now allowed to move freely, we can also use the equation F = ma to find its acceleration, where
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Two negative electric charges, (Charge A on the left, and Charge B on the right) each with a charge of 7.4 x 10-5 Coulombs are fixed at a distance of 2.7 meters from each other. Find the electric force of charge A on charge B. (Don't forget, if the force points to the left, then the force is negative).

Find the electric force of Charge B on Charge A.

Suppose Charge B has a mass of 0.05 kilograms, and is now allowed to move freely. Find the acceleration of Charge B.

I am so lost. If someone can point me in the right direction it will be much appreciated. Thank you very much.
 
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where are the relevant eqns?
 

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