How it works
Use ohmic voltage relation with the units stated beside the fields. This form solves for voltage magnitude; enter the known quantities in Current magnitude, Resistance.
Inputs and units
| Input | Example value | What to enter |
|---|---|---|
| Current magnitude | 2.25 A | Formula symbol: I. Required unit: A. Must be greater than zero. |
| Resistance | 6 Ω | Formula symbol: R. Required unit: Ω. Must be greater than zero. |
Worked example
Show example inputs and results
This example is generated by the same calculation engine using the starting values in the form. Your own inputs produce your own result.
- Current magnitude
- 2.25 A
- Resistance
- 6 Ω
Complete example results
- Voltage magnitude
- 13.5 V
Reading the result
The result solves for voltage magnitude from the entered quantities. Check the result unit and the formula conditions before using it.
Questions and answers
Can I use the example values for my own calculation?
The example values illustrate the calculation. Replace every input with your own information, especially dates, rates and the selected operation.
When can I use the voltage magnitude result?
This model uses positive magnitudes. Resistance is constant and the element is ohmic; temperature variation and nonlinear behavior are excluded.
Why are some results rounded?
Results display up to 8 decimal places. Calculations use the unrounded values; very small values use scientific notation. JavaScript floating-point arithmetic can introduce tiny rounding differences.
Are my inputs sent to a server?
The calculator processes inputs in your browser. Its code does not send your values to a server.
Method sources: openstax.org