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Two wires made of same material but of different diameters are connected in series in a circuit. The current flows in the combination of wires. When the current flows from the wire with larger diameter to the one with smaller diameter, what happens to the drift velocity of electrons ?

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To solve the problem, we need to analyze the situation of two wires made of the same material but with different diameters connected in series. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Setup**: We have two wires connected in series. One wire has a larger diameter (let's call it Wire A) and the other has a smaller diameter (Wire B). Since they are in series, the same current flows through both wires. **Hint**: Remember that in a series circuit, the current remains constant throughout all components. ...
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