Two wires of same material and length but cross-sections in the ratio 
are used to suspend the same loads. The extensions in them will be in the ratio of
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Let 
newton be the load suspended. Then
Dividing equation by equation , we get
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