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robvba
Nov14-08, 08:16 PM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
Suppose that the build-up of fatty tissue on the wall of an artery decreased the radius by 10%. By how much would the pressure provided by the heart have to be increased to maintain a constant blood flow?


2. Relevant equations
Poiseuille's equation


3. The attempt at a solution
52%?

Redbelly98
Nov15-08, 07:56 AM
Yes.

spikespeigel
Dec6-11, 11:22 AM
This was a while ago, but I hope someone can help me. I'm using continuity and get A1/A2 = 1.23, and using P = F/A, it looks like P1 = 1.23P2, which is a 23 percent increase. How do you get 52%? A little help? Thanks.