Two equal negative charges $-q$ are placed at points $(0, a)$ and $(0, -a)$ on the $Y$-axis. A positive charge $q$ is released from rest at point $(2a, 0)$. What will be the motion of this charge?

  • A
    It will execute $S.H.M.$ about the origin.
  • B
    It will oscillate but not execute $S.H.M.$
  • C
    It will move towards the origin and come to rest.
  • D
    It will move linearly along the $x$-axis.

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