Read the following statements carefully :

$Y :$ The resistivity of a semiconductor decreases with increases of temperature.

$Z :$ In a conducting solid, the rate of collision between free electrons and ions increases with increase of temperature.

Select the correct statement from the following :

  • A$Y$ is true but $Z$ is false
  • B$Y$ is false but $Z$ is true.
  • CBoth $Y$ and $Z$ are true.
  • D$Y$ is true and $Z$ is the correct reason for $Y.$
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