Which option correctly distinguishes between resistance ( ) and resistivity ( )?

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Electricity · Electricity

Problem

Which option correctly distinguishes between resistance (RR) and resistivity (ρ\rho)? (a) Both RR and ρ\rho depend on the shape and size of the conductor (b) RR depends on length and cross-sectional area, whereas ρ\rho is a material property independent of dimensions (c) Both RR and ρ\rho are material properties independent of dimensions (d) RR depends only on the material, whereas ρ\rho depends on length and area

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