Multiple Choice
A carbon resistor has a resistance of 18 Ω at a temperature of 20°C. What is its resistance at a temperature of 120°C? (The temperature coefficient of resistivity for carbon is -5.0 × 10-4 /C°.)
A) 18 Ω
B) 17 Ω
C) 16 Ω
D) 15 Ω
E) 14 Ω
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