How Many Parts Must a 100Ω Wire Be Cut Into to Achieve 1Ω Total Resistance?

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To achieve a total resistance of 1Ω from a 100Ω wire cut into equal parts and connected in parallel, the wire must be cut into 100 pieces. Each piece will have a resistance of 1Ω, and when connected in parallel, the total resistance can be calculated using the formula for parallel resistors. The discussion emphasizes the importance of providing relevant equations and attempted solutions when seeking help. The initial poster is encouraged to follow the homework template for better assistance. Understanding the principles of parallel resistance is crucial for solving this problem.
Karolis
I really need you help to solve this problem. I've been trying to solve it for like an hour but still can't do it. So here it is.
100\Omega resistance wire is cut in equal parts, which are connected in parallel. They're total resistance is 1\Omega. In how many parts the wire is cut?

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Karolis said:
I really need you help to solve this problem. I've been trying to solve it for like an hour but still can't do it.



So here it is.
100\Omega resistance wire is cut in equal parts, which are connected in parallel. They're total resistance is 1\Omega. In how many parts the wire is cut?
Welcome to Physics Forums.

You seem you have forgotten to use the homework template, particularly sections two and three which ask you to write down the relevant equations and detail an attempted solution.
 
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