Question is ⇒ A steady current flows in a metallic conductor of non-uniform cross-section. Out of the following physical quantities, the one which remains constant is, Options are ⇒ (A) Current, (B) Current-density, (C) Drift speed, (D) Electric field, (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper.

Question is ⇒ A steady current flows in a metallic conductor of non-uniform cross-section. Out of the following physical quantities, the one which remains constant is, Options are ⇒ (A) Current, (B) Current-density, (C) Drift speed, (D) Electric field, (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper. Previous question Next question


Q1.	A steady current flows in a metallic conductor of non-uniform cross-section. Out of the following physical quantities, the one which remains constant is
A.	Current [Correct Answer]
B.	Current-density [Wrong Answer]
C.	Drift speed [Wrong Answer]
D.	Electric field [Wrong Answer]
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