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A uniform metal wire of length \(l\) has 10 Ω resistance. Now this wire is stretched to a length \(2l \) and then bent to form a perfect circle. The equivalent resistance across any arbitrary diameter of that circle is :

Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
  • 10 Ω
  • 5 Ω
  • 40 Ω
  • 20 Ω
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Initial resistance, R0, is 10 Ω. Upon stretching to length 2l, the resistance R1 becomes $\frac{2l}{l}$R0 = 20 Ω. Bending into a circle does not alter the total resistance, which remains 20 Ω.

The resistance of a semi-circle along any diameter is calculated as 20/2 = 10 Ω.

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