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Answer: Why are thick wires rather than thin wires usually
Chapter 23, Problem 19E(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 19E
Why are thick wires rather than thin wires usually used to carry large currents?
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QUESTION:
Problem 19E
Why are thick wires rather than thin wires usually used to carry large currents?
ANSWER:
Solution 19E
The resistance of a wire is proportional to its length and inversely proportional to its cross sectional area.thick wires have less electrical resistance and will carry greater amounts of current without overheating.