When the length of a wire is doubled while its material and cross-sectional area remain constant, what will be the effect on its resistance?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) The resistance doubles
2. (B) The resistance halves
3. (C) The resistance becomes four times
4. (D) The resistance remains unchanged

Verified Answer

Option (A): The resistance doubles

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