Rearranging Resistance Formula: Y = Mx + C

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To rearrange the resistance formula R = (resistivity x length) / 4(d/2)² into the form y = mx + c, start by isolating R as the dependent variable. Taking the reciprocal of both sides helps move the diameter squared (d²) to the numerator. After that, applying the square root can simplify the equation further. The discussion emphasizes the importance of manipulating the formula correctly to achieve the desired linear format. Overall, the process involves careful algebraic steps to express resistance in a linear relationship.
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how do you rearrange the formula of resistance = (resistivity x length) / 4(d/2)squared to a y=mx+c equation


resistance (R) = (resistivity x length) / 4(d/2)squared
where resistance is the dependant variable, diameter of wire (d) is the dependant variable


what i got was 2 times square root R = (2 x resisitivity x length) x 1/d

help would be appreciated! :D
 
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Since the d2 begins in the denominator, why not first take the reciprocal of both sides? That'll move the d2 to the numerator. Then apply the square root.
 


thanks :) i was really stuck :P
thanks again!
 
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