Try it on paper first. A hint, the key idea and the worked solution are here when you need them.
The V-I graph of conductor A passes through , and that of conductor B through . Both are straight lines through the origin. Which has the larger resistance? What potential difference sends through each?
Ohm's law: at a steady temperature, . So and , with in ohms (). The V-I graph of such a conductor is a straight line through the origin; its slope is .
Have you tried it?
Work it out on paper first. It is fine to get stuck or make a mistake: that is how we learn. When you are ready, go through the solution one step at a time, and check each step against your own.
Step 1. The resistances. A: . B: .
Step 2. The voltages. A: . B: .
Answer: B, with ; A needs and B needs .
Check. The steeper line needs more voltage for the same current.
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