Q. If the length of a wire is reduced to half, then it can hold the ………. load

A) Half
B) Same
C) Double
D) One fourth
Explanation

(b) Breaking force $\propto$ Area of cross section of wire $i.e.$ load hold by the wire does not depend upon the length of the wire

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.