A wire of resistivity ρ, length L, area A has resistance R. If length doubled and area halved, new resistance is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A wire of resistivity ρ, length L, area A has resistance R. If length doubled and area halved, new resistance is
A. 2R
B. R
C. R/2
D. 4R
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
R = ρL/A. New R' = ρ(2L)/(A/2) = 4ρL/A = 4R.

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