Three Wires of the Same Diameter and Length Are Made

question 18

Multiple Choice

Three wires of the same diameter and length are made from three different metals: copper ( ) , aluminum ( ) , and silver ( ) . Which wire has the least resistance?

• A) the aluminum wire
• B) the silver wire
• C) the copper wire
• D) Since insufficient information is given to find the resistance of each wire, one cannot find the answer.

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Definitions:

Opposite

Pertaining to something that is diametrically different in position, direction, or character from something else.

Division

The fallacy of inferring that a part has a property merely because the whole has that property.

Generalizations

Statements or conclusions drawn from specific cases or instances that extend to broader or more general conditions.

Exceptions

Conditions or cases that do not follow the general rule or definition.