A wire when connected to $220\,V$ mains supply has power dissipation ${P_1}$. Now the wire is cut into two equal pieces which are connected in parallel to the same supply. Power dissipation in this case is ${P_2}$. Then ${P_2}:{P_1}$ is
  • A$1$
  • B$4$
  • C$2$
  • D$3$
AIEEE 2002, Medium
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