A wire has resistance R. If its cross-sectional area is doubled while its length remains unchanged, its new resistance will be

Options

  • A. R/4
  • B. R/2
  • C. 2R
  • D. R
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. R/2

Detailed Explanation

Since R = rho L/A, doubling the cross-sectional area makes resistance half: R/2.
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