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If the two ends of a p-n junction are joined by a wire ,

A

there will not be a steady current in the circuit

B

there will be a steady current from `N` side to `P` side

C

there will be a steady current from `P` side to `N` side

D

there may not be a current depending upon the resistance of the connecting wire

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