$A$ conductor of non-uniform cross-section is connected to a source of constant potential difference as shown in the figure. Then:

  • A
    The electric field intensity is higher at $P$ than at $Q$.
  • B
    The current density is lower at $P$ than at $Q$.
  • C
    The rate of heat production per unit length is higher at $P$ than at $Q$.
  • D
    The average kinetic energy of free electrons is higher at $P$ than at $Q$.

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