a) Linearise the equation above, and state which variable you would plot on the x-axis and which on the y-axis. b) How are ɛ and r related to the gradient and/or y-intercept of the graph?

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The electric current I in a circuit shown in the figure was measured as a function of the
resistance R in the circuit. The relationship between I and R is given by
I =
R+r
where e is the emf of the battery in the circuit and r is the internal resistance of the battery.
a) Linearise the equation above, and state which variable you would plot on the x-axis and
which on the y-axis.
b) How are ɛ and r related to the gradient and/or y-intercept of the graph?
Transcribed Image Text:Question 3 The electric current I in a circuit shown in the figure was measured as a function of the resistance R in the circuit. The relationship between I and R is given by I = R+r where e is the emf of the battery in the circuit and r is the internal resistance of the battery. a) Linearise the equation above, and state which variable you would plot on the x-axis and which on the y-axis. b) How are ɛ and r related to the gradient and/or y-intercept of the graph?
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