Search SchoolNGR

Thursday, 12 March 2026
Register . Login

If a metal wire 4m long and cross-sectional area 0.8 mm2 has a resistance of 60, find ...

If a metal wire 4m long and cross-sectional area 0.8 mm2 has a resistance of 60, find the resistivity of the wire
Take Free Practice Test On 2026 JAMB UTME, Post UTME, WAEC SSCE, GCE, NECO SSCE
  • A 5.3x10-7
  • B 3.0x10-5
  • C 1.2x10-6
  • D 3.2x10-6
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
\(P = \frac{Ra}{L}\Omega m\)
\(P = \frac{6 \times 0.8}{4}\Omega m\)
\(P = 1.2 \times 10^{-6}\Omega m\)

Share question on: