The formula to calculate the resistance of the original wire is given by
R=ρAl...(1)
When the new wire is formed, its resistance is given by
R′=ρ4Al′...(2)
Divide equation (2) by equation (1) and simplify to obtain the expression for the new resistance.
RR′=⇒ρAlρ4Al′R′=R4ll′...(3)
Substitute the values of the known parameters into equation (3) to calculate the required new resistance.
R′==4l4l×160Ω10Ω