As the gauge number of a wire increases, the wire
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Correct answer to question 17 (Electronics Information): becomes thinner and carries less current
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Wire gauge runs backwards: a higher number means a thinner wire, so 14 gauge is thicker than 18 gauge. Thinner wire has more resistance and a lower safe current rating.
Updated: November 2026
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