Tensor Manipulation in Spacetime and Geometry

In summary, the individual is self-studying GR and has encountered a problem with verifying the tensor form of the Lorentz force law in Equation 1.106 from Sean Carroll's book 'Spacetime and Geometry'. They are seeking help or suggestions from others who may have worked on this problem. An error has been identified in the equation as listed on a website, and the individual expresses gratitude for this information.
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I am self-studying GR and have run into a problem. In Sean Carroll's book 'Spacetime and Geometry', he states what the tensor form of the Lorentz force law is in Equation 1.106. However, whenever I try to verify the equation, I keep getting an extra negative. Has anyone worked this problem or does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks!
 
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I'm assuming http://preposterousuniverse.com/spacetimeandgeometry/errata.html doesn't apply?

I don't actually have access to the text.
 
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lbrits said:
I'm assuming http://preposterousuniverse.com/spacetimeandgeometry/errata.html doesn't apply?

I don't actually have access to the text.

Good catch! Indeed, from the link provided by lbrits:

p. 32: (1.106) should have a minus sign. [11/28/03.]
 
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