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?

Two forces produce equal torques on a door about the door hinge. the first force is applied at the midpoint of the door; the second force is applied at the doorknob. both forces are applied perpendicular to the door. which force has a greater magnitude?

What is the weight of a 8-kg substance in n, kn, kg·m/s2, kgf, lbm·ft/s2, and lbf?

The second largest public utility in the nation is the sole provider of electricity in 32 counties of southern florida. to meet the monthly demand for electricity in these counties, which is given by the inverse demand function p = 1,200 – 4q, the utility company has set up two electric generating facilities: q1 kilowatts are produced at facility 1, and q2 kilowatts are produced at facility 2 (so q = q1 + q2). the costs of producing electricity at each facility are given by c1(q1) = 8,000 + 6q12 and c2(q2) = 6,000 + 3q22, respectively. determine the profit-maximizing amounts of electricity to produce at the two facilities, the optimal price, and the utility company’s profit