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The young's modulus of a wire of length $L$ and radius $r$ is $Y$ $N/m^{2}$. If the length and radius are reduced to $L/2$ and $r/2$, then its young's modulus will be
The young's modulus of a wire of length $L$ and radius $r$ is $Y$ $N/m^{2}$. If the length and radius are reduced to $L/2$ and $r/2$, then its young's modulus will be
Updated On: Dec 17, 2025
- Y/2
- Y
- 2Y
- 4Y
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Young's modulus does not depend on the length or radius of the material.
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