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Which of the following quantity does not affect the resistance of a wire?

A
Temperature
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Resistivity
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Density
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Cross-sectional area
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Solution

The correct option is C Density
Resistance (R) of wire is given as,
R =ρ LA
Where,
ρ = Resistivity of the wire
L = Length of the wire
A = Cross-sectional area of the wire

Since, resistivity depends on temperature, resistance of a wire is affected by temperature change. Generally the resistivity of metals increases with increase in temperature.

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