A Levels Physics (9702)•9702/12/M/J/19

Explanation
Constant current in a series wire Steps:
- Current I is defined as charge flow per unit time and remains constant along a single wire in steady state.
- Charge Q passing point R in time t gives I = Q/t.
- Since I is constant, the same I flows through point S.
- Thus, charge at S in time t is also I * t = Q.
Why A is correct:
- By the continuity equation for steady current, charge flow rate is uniform in a series conductor.
Why the others are wrong:
- B: Current flows through S, so charge is not zero.
- C: No halving occurs; current is unchanged by cross-section.
- D: No doubling; constant current means same charge flow.
Final answer: A
Topic: Electric current
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