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From Y = F·L/(A·ΔL), doubling the length of a wire (other factors fixed) makes the extension:

Answer: double.

  • A double
  • B half
  • C unchanged
  • D four times

Correct answer: A. double

Explanation: Since ΔL = F·L/(A·Y), the extension is directly proportional to the original length.

Stress-Strain Curve for a Ductile Metal WireStrainStresselastic limityield pointUTS (max stress)fractureSlope of the straight (elastic) portion = Young's modulus Y; the curve beyond elastic limit shows permanent (plastic) deformation

A typical stress-strain curve: the initial straight line (Hooke's Law region, slope = Young's modulus) ends at the elastic limit; beyond the yield point, deformation becomes permanent, peaking at the ultimate tensile strength before the wire finally fractures.

Concept context

Stress, strain, Hookes law, and the elastic moduli that describe how solids deform and recover under load.

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