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A platinum resistance thermometer has a resistance 4\(\Omega\) at 0oC and 100\(\Omega\) ...

A platinum resistance thermometer has a resistance 4\(\Omega\) at 0oC and 100\(\Omega\) at 100oC. Assuming the resistance changes uniformly with temperature. Calculate the resistance of the thermometer when the temperature is 45oC
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  • A 14.0\(\Omega\)
  • B 6.7\(\Omega\)
  • C 3.2\(\Omega\)
  • D 2.7\(\Omega\)
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
\(\frac{R - 4}{10 - 4} = \frac{45 - 0}{100 - 0}\)
R = \(\frac{670}{100} = 6.7\Omega\)

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