An electric dipole consisting of two equal and opposite point charges, \(+q\) and \(-q\), is fixed in position near a large, flat, uncharged conducting plate that is in electrostatic equilibrium. The dipole is oriented perpendicular to the plate surface, with the positive charge \(+q\) located closer to the plate than the negative charge \(-q\). Which of the following statements correctly describes the direction of the net electric field vector at a point on the plate surface directly opposite the dipole, along with the correct justification?