Essential University Physics: Volume 1 (3rd Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321993721
ISBN 13: 978-0-32199-372-4

Chapter 16 - Exercises and Problems - Page 302: 86

Answer

C

Work Step by Step

The R-factor decreases when the thickness decreases. Thus, the R factor of each individual piece of insulation will decrease, for when they are pushed into the same place, they will have a lower individual thickness. Thus, C is the correct answer.
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