Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Resistance and resistivity

Resistance and resistivity — practice question

A cylindrical sample made of a soft material that conducts electricity has resistance $R$. It is rolled out so that its length becomes twice as large, while its volume remains unchanged. What will its new resistance be?

  • A$\dfrac{R}{2}$
  • B$R$
  • C$2R$
  • D$4R$

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