Graph Plotting: Determine u & v When Given 1/u & 1/v

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Start date Jan 15, 2012
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To plot a graph of 1/u against 1/v, the intercept on the 1/u axis can be used to determine values for u and v. When v is set to 27 cm, the corresponding value of u can be calculated from the graph. Conversely, when u is 27 cm, the value of v can also be derived from the graph. Some participants express confusion about locating specific values like 27 cm on the graph. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between u and v through their reciprocals.

Jan 15, 2012

lionely

Plot a graph of 1/u against 1/v and find the intercept on the 1/u axis.

Determine from your graph

a) the value of u, when v= 27cm
b) the value of v,when u 27cm

I'm sorry but I don't really understand how to find 27cm on my graph when there's nothing like that on it.

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Jan 15, 2012

lionely

Nevermind I'm stupid =.= just do 1/27

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