A student uses two wires of the same material and length but different thicknesses in the same circuit. Which of the following statements best describes why the thicker wire causes a higher ammeter reading?

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

Options

1. (A) The thicker wire is made of a different material, resulting in more current
2. (B) The thicker wire has a larger area, resulting in lower resistance and higher current
3. (C) The thicker wire has a larger area, resulting in higher resistance and lower current
4. (D) The thicker wire has higher resistivity, resulting in more current

Verified Answer

Option (B): The thicker wire has a larger area, resulting in lower resistance and higher current

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