$A$ current $I$ flows through a uniform wire of diameter $d$ when the mean electron drift velocity is $V$. The same current will flow through a wire of diameter $d/2$ made of the same material if the mean drift velocity of the electron is:

  • A
    $V/4$
  • B
    $V/2$
  • C
    $2V$
  • D
    $4V$

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