Calculating Resistance for Cylindrical Conductors

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The discussion revolves around calculating the resistance of cylindrical conductors, specifically addressing a user's confusion regarding their answer compared to the expected result. The user provided a formula for resistance (r = pl/a) and their calculations, but received feedback indicating an oversight in considering the geometry of the conductor. It was pointed out that the user mistakenly used the outer radius instead of the average radius for their calculations. Additionally, the importance of accounting for perfect electrical contact between turns in a coil was highlighted. Clarifying these details is essential for accurate resistance calculations in cylindrical conductors.
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can anybody help me with this question? my ans is different from the ans given... i need explanation on this ! here's my attempt by the way.
r=pl/a . r=resistance , p = resistivity l=length

r=(1.69e-8)(2pi )(6e-2 +1.5 e-3 )(300) / (pi )(1.5e-3)^2

what's wrong with my working? p/s e =1 x 10^x

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You ignored the perfect electrical contact between successive turns. You don't have a single long wire, you have a conducting cylinder.
(6e-2 +1.5 e-3 )
Minor detail: this is the outer radius, not the average radius.
 
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