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In physics, why would an equation like y=mx+b be plotted as a straight line rather than as a parabola, as is done in math?

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

In Both Physics and Math

y=mx+b is plotted as straight line where

m=slope of line

b=intercept on Y-axis

whereas Equation of parabola is something like this


y^2=4ax

or


x^2=4ay

Math is a tool to solve Physics problems so equations are same in math and physics

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