Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019348

If a copper wire and a tungsten wire are of the same length and cross-sectional area, which has higher resistance?

1

Copper

2

Tungsten

3

Both are equal

4

Depends on temperature

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Tungsten

Solution:

Tungsten has a higher resistivity than copper, hence the same length and area will give it a higher resistance than the copper wire.

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