What is the potential gradient in a wire of resistivity $40 \times 10^{-8} \, \Omega \, m$ and cross-sectional area $8 \times 10^{-6} \, m^2$ when a current of $0.2 \, A$ flows through it?

  • A
    $10^{-2} \, V/m$
  • B
    $10^{-1} \, V/m$
  • C
    $3.2 \times 10^{-2} \, V/m$
  • D
    $1 \, V/m$

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