Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Resistance and resistivity

Resistance and resistivity — practice question

A metal wire is $3.0\,\text{m}$ long and is made from a material with resistivity $4.9 \times 10^{-7}\,\Omega\,\text{m}$. A potential difference (p.d.) of $12\,\text{V}$ is placed across the wire, causing a current of $1.4\,\text{A}$ to flow. Calculate the cross-sectional area of the wire.

  • A$1.2 \times 10^{-7}\,\text{m}^2$
  • B$1.7 \times 10^{-7}\,\text{m}^2$
  • C$1.1 \times 10^{-6}\,\text{m}^2$
  • D$1.3 \times 10^{-5}\,\text{m}^2$

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