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At what temperature will the resistance of a copper wire become three times its value at `0^(@)C` (Temperature coefficient of resistance for copper `= 4 xx 10^(-3)` per C)

A

`400^(@) C`

B

`450^(@)C`

C

`500^(@)C`

D

`550^(@)C`

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