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PROFESSOR CLERK MAXWELL ON THE ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD.
least squares to determine what further correction depending on the square of the velocity should be applied to make the outstanding errors a minimum.
The result of this examination showed that the calculated value of L should be multiplied by 1.0618 to obtain the value of L, which would give the most consistent results."
| We have therefore L by calculation | 430165 metres. |
| Probable value of L by method of least squares | 456748 „ |
| Result of rough experiment with the Electric Balance (see § 46) | 410000 „ |
The value of L calculated from the dimensions of the coil is probably much more accurate than either of the other determinations.
