$A$ copper wire of cross-sectional area $0.01 \ cm^2$ is under a tension of $22 \ N$. Find the percentage change in the cross-sectional area (Young's modulus of copper $= 1.1 \times 10^{11} \ N \ m^{-2}$ and Poisson ratio $= 0.32$).

  • A
    $12.8 \times 10^{-3}$
  • B
    $8.6 \times 10^{-3}$
  • C
    $6.4 \times 10^{-3}$
  • D
    $2.8 \times 10^{-3}$

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