Two copper wires of equal length but different cross-sectional areas carry the same current. Which of the following statements is true regarding the drift velocities of electrons in the two wires?
The drift velocity is the same in both wires.
The drift velocity is higher in the wire with the smaller cross-sectional area.
The drift velocity is higher in the wire with the larger cross-sectional area.
The drift velocity is zero in both wires since the wires are of the same material.
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