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Two wires of the same material and same length have radii 1 mm and 2 mm respectively. Compare :
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To compare the resistances of two wires made of the same material and having the same length but different radii, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Formula for Resistance**: The resistance \( R \) of a wire is given by the formula: \[ R = \frac{\rho L}{A} ...
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