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Linear Equation
Engineering Fundamentals · Last updated: July 30, 2026 · How this entry was written
Definition: A linear equation is an algebraic equation in which each term is either a constant or the product of a constant and a single variable raised to the first power.
Example in context
“The relationship between voltage and current in a resistor is described by the linear equation V = IR.”
“Bir dirençteki voltaj ve akım arasındaki ilişki V = IR doğrusal denklemiyle tanımlanır.”
Where engineers use it
Fundamental in circuit analysis, structural mechanics, and system modeling. Engineers solve systems of linear equations when analyzing networks, trusses, or control systems with superposition principles.
Synonyms: first-degree equation
Antonyms: nonlinear equation
Practice: can you use “Linear Equation” at work?
In a bridge truss analysis, the force balance at each joint yields several linear equations. Formulate the system and solve for the unknown member forces.
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“Set up the linear equation for the current in each loop of the circuit.”
“Linear Equation” in 21 languages
| English | Linear Equation |
|---|---|
| Turkish | doğrusal denklem |
| French | équation linéaire |
| German | lineare Gleichung |
| Spanish | ecuación lineal |
| Chinese | 线性方程 |
| Arabic | معادلة خطية |
| Portuguese | equação linear |
| Russian | линейное уравнение |
| Japanese | 一次方程式 |
| Italian | equazione lineare |
| Vietnamese | phương trình tuyến tính |
| Hindi | रैखिक समीकरण |
| Thai | สมการเชิงเส้น |
| Indonesian | persamaan linear |
| Korean | 일차 방정식 |
| Bengali | রৈখিক সমীকরণ |
| Dutch | lineaire vergelijking |
| Swedish | linjär ekvation |
| Finnish | lineaarinen yhtälö |
| Ukrainian | лінійне рівняння |
Frequently asked questions
What does Linear Equation mean in engineering?
A linear equation is an algebraic equation in which each term is either a constant or the product of a constant and a single variable raised to the first power. In Engineering Fundamentals, the term carries a usage-frequency rating of 10/10 in the Engineering English library.
How do you pronounce Linear Equation?
Linear Equation is pronounced /ˈlɪniər ɪˈkweɪʒən/ (IPA). The Engineering English app plays audio for the term and checks your pronunciation with speech recognition.
How is Linear Equation used in a sentence?
Example from an engineering context: “The relationship between voltage and current in a resistor is described by the linear equation V = IR.”
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