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It is easier to start a car engine on a hot day than on a cold day. This is because the internal resistance of the car battery

Correct answer: A. Decreases with rise in temperature

  • A. Decreases with rise in temperature
  • B. Increases with rise in temperature
  • C. Decreases with a fall in temperature
  • D. Does not change with a change in temperature

Explanation

Decreases with rise in temperature - Correct: The internal resistance of a battery decreases as temperature increases, allowing more current to flow, which helps start the engine easily on a hot day

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