$A$ current $I$ flows through a uniform wire of diameter $d$ when the mean electron drift velocity is $V$. The same current will flow through a wire of diameter $d/2$ made of the same material if the mean drift velocity of the electron is :
  • A$v/4$
  • B$v/2$
  • C$2v$
  • D$4v$
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