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Problem
A copper wire of length
L
L
L
has resistance
R
R
R
. The wire’s diameter is doubled while its length and temperature remain unchanged. Which of the following best describes the new resistance? a)
2
R
2R
2
R
b)
R
4
\dfrac{R}{4}
4
R
c)
R
2
\dfrac{R}{2}
2
R
d)
R
R
R
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