$A$ wire has a resistance of $3.1 \Omega$ at $30^{\circ} C$ and $4.5 \Omega$ at $100^{\circ} C$. The temperature coefficient of resistance of the wire is

  • A
    $0.008^{\circ} C^{-1}$
  • B
    $0.0024^{\circ} C^{-1}$
  • C
    $0.0032^{\circ} C^{-1}$
  • D
    $0.0064^{\circ} C^{-1}$

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