An electric dipole is placed on \({x}\)-axis in proximity to a line charge of linear charge density \(3.0 \times 10^{-6}\, {C} / {m}\). Line charge is placed on \(z-\)axis and positive and negative charge of dipole is at a distance of \(10\, {mm}\) and \(12\, {mm}\) from the origin respectively. If total force of \(4\, {N}\) is exerted on the dipole, find out the amount of positive or negative charge of the dipole.

Apply the relevant identity from the chapter and substitute the values established in the previous step, keeping the original constraint in view.

Use the simplified expression to isolate the unknown, then plug the result back into the question setup to confirm the working is internally consistent.

Cross-check against a boundary or limiting case. Both the dimensional balance and the qualitative behaviour at the extreme should agree with the candidate answer.

Combine the steps above to identify the correct option. The remaining choices each fail at least one of the consistency, dimensional, or boundary checks.