Solve Wheatstone Bridge: Homework Statement & Equations

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The discussion focuses on solving a Wheatstone Bridge problem, specifically parts B to D of the homework assignment. The user has successfully completed part A but is struggling with the subsequent sections. For part D, they propose an equation for the change in voltage (∆V) based on resistance changes. Key equations involve setting R4 as R + ∆R and R1, R2, and R3 as equal. The goal is to express V0 in terms of the resistances and analyze how it varies with changes in ∆R.
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Homework Statement


I think I got part A. I'm complete lost with b -d and help would be great

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The Attempt at a Solution


It think part d is ∆V = [(∆R1 - ∆R2 + ∆R3 –∆R4 ) / 4R ] * Vo But I'm not sure

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See if this explanation helps - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheatstone_bridge

In parts b-d, R4 = R + \Delta R, and R1 = R2 = R3.

Find an expression for V0 in terms of R1, R2, R3 and R4, then substitute in the appropriate values.

In part d, one is looking for how much V0 changes as \Delta R changes.
 
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