College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321879721
Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
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Chapter 22, Problem 29MCQ
Figure Q22.29 shows a side view of a wire of varying circular cross section. Rank in order the currents flowing in the three sections.
Figure Q22.29
A. I1 > I2 > I3
B. I2 > I3 > I1
C. I1 = I2 = I3
D. I1 > I3> I2
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