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QuizMultiple Choice

Electricity and Magnetism — Test

Question 14 • Physical Science

Nina is working with electricity and shortens the wires through which the current is flowing. What is Nina most likely trying to accomplish?

Answer
A
decrease resistance
B
convert electric energy to light
C
convert electric energy to heat
D
increase resistance

Explanation

A shorter wire has less resistance than a longer wire made of the same material and thickness. Therefore, by shortening the wires, Nina is most likely trying to decrease resistance, which is choice C.

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