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State two properties of high tension wires.

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High resistance, Withstands high voltage

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Low resistance, Withstands low voltage

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Low resistance, Withstands high voltage

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High resistance, Withstands low voltage

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Solution

The correct option is C
Low resistance, Withstands high voltage

High Tension wire is the wire used for transmission of electrical energy having high voltge over long distances. They require to have low resistance in order to minimise heat losses and should be able to withstand high voltages.

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