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A wire of resistance R is stretched to double its length keeping the volume constant. Its new resistance is:

Answer: 4R.

  • A half
  • B 2R
  • C 4R
  • D unchanged

Correct answer: C. 4R

Explanation: R ∝ L²/V at constant volume, so doubling L gives 4R.

SeriesbatteryR1R2I (same in R1, R2)ParallelbatteryR1R2I1I2

In series, the same current flows through both resistors; in parallel, the current splits between branches and the voltage across each resistor is the same.

Concept context

Ohm's law, resistors, Kirchhoff's laws, Wheatstone bridge, and cells.

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