A wire of length L and resistance R is stretched so that its length becomes 3L. New resistance is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A wire of length L and resistance R is stretched so that its length becomes 3L. New resistance is
A. R/3
B. R/9
C. 3R
D. 9R
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Volume constant, R ∝ L², so (3)²=9 times.

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