MDCAT Physics MCQ #487

A wire's resistance is 8 ohms. If it's stretched to twice its length, what is its new resistance?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #487

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A wire's resistance is 8 ohms. If it's stretched to twice its length, what is its new resistance?

    • A) 4 ohms
    • B) 8 ohms
    • C) 16 ohms
    • D) 32 ohms

    Answer: 32 ohms

    Explanation: Resistance is proportional to length squared when volume is conserved, so doubling length quadruples resistance. Option B is incorrect as resistance changes.