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A-LevelPhysicsD.C. circuits9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2011 · Q341 Mark

Two electrically-conducting cylinders X and Y are made from the same material. Their dimensions are as shown. [Figure 34.1] What is the ratio resistance of X / resistance of Y?

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A2 / 1

B1 / 1

C1 / 2

D1 / 4

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A: 2 / 1

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Topic: D.C. circuits, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2011 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 34.

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