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A metallic conductor of irregular corss-section is as shown in the figure. A constant potential difference is applied across the ends `(1)` and `(2)`. Then:

A

the current at the cross -section P equals the current at the cross -section Q

B

the electric field intensity at P is less than at Q

C

the rate of heat generated per unit time at Q is greater than that at P

D

the number of electrons crossing per unit area of cross -section at P is less than that at Q.

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