Linear

Linear is a term used in various fields of study, including mathematics, physics, and engineering. It refers to something that is arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line. In mathematics, it is often used to describe a function or equation that is represented by a straight line on a graph.

Mathematics[edit | edit source]

In mathematics, the term linear is used to describe a function or equation that is represented by a straight line on a graph. This is often referred to as a linear function or a linear equation. Linear functions have the property that the difference in the output values is proportional to the difference in the input values. This is often expressed as the equation y = mx + b, where m is the slope of the line and b is the y-intercept.

Physics[edit | edit source]

In physics, the term linear is used to describe motion along a straight line. This is often referred to as linear motion. Linear motion is characterized by movement in one direction along a single axis. This is in contrast to rotational motion, where an object moves in a circular path around a fixed point.

Engineering[edit | edit source]

In engineering, the term linear is used to describe systems or components that behave in a linear manner. This means that the output is directly proportional to the input. For example, in a linear electrical circuit, the current is directly proportional to the voltage.

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