A long, thin wire is used because:

  1. it doesn't stretch
  2. it gives a larger, more measurable extension
  3. it is cheaper
  4. it reduces the load needed to break it
Answer

B) it gives a larger, more measurable extension

e = FlYA: large l, small A give large e. SLO P-11-B-25 · Understanding

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