When do I use R = ρL/A in Current Electricity, and what does it mean?
resistance from resistivity, length and area.
R = ρL/A — resistance from resistivity, length and area. Use it when: uniform conductor. Always check the condition holds before plugging in numbers.
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R = ρL/A
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