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A : For a given conductor , electric current does not vary even if its cross sectional area varies .
R : A conductor remains unchanged when current flows through it .

A

If both Assertion & Reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion , then mark

B

If both Assertion & Reason are true but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion then mark.

C

If Assertion is ture statement but Reason is false , then mark

D

If both Assertion and Reason are false statements then mark.

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To analyze the given statements and determine their validity, we can break down the reasoning step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion (A)**: - The assertion states that for a given conductor, electric current does not vary even if its cross-sectional area varies. - This is based on the principle of conservation of charge. In a steady-state current, the amount of charge entering a section of the conductor must equal the amount of charge leaving that section. 2. **Analyzing the Current in Varying Cross-Sections**: - If the cross-sectional area of the conductor changes, the current (I) must remain constant throughout the conductor. - This is because if the current were to change, it would imply that charge is accumulating in the conductor, which contradicts the steady flow of current. 3. **Understanding the Reason (R)**: - The reason states that a conductor remains unchanged when current flows through it. - This means that the conductor does not accumulate charge; instead, it allows charge to flow continuously without any build-up. 4. **Connecting the Assertion and Reason**: - The assertion (A) is correct because the current remains constant regardless of changes in cross-sectional area. - The reason (R) is also correct because the conductor does not store charge, allowing for a continuous flow of current. 5. **Conclusion**: - Both the assertion and the reason are correct, and the reason provided explains the assertion adequately. ### Final Answer: Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A. ---
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