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A. The resistance of the thin piece is greater than that of the thick piece.
B. The resistance of the thick piece is greater than that of the thin piece.
C. Both the wire and narrow piece of copper provide the same resistance.


Answer: A. The resistance of the thin piece is greater than that of the thick piece.

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