The drift velocity of electrons in a conductor is when an electric field is applied

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Problem

The drift velocity of electrons in a conductor is 3.0×10−4 m s−13.0 \times 10^{-4}\,\text{m s}^{-1} when an electric field EE is applied. Explain why doubling EE doubles the drift velocity but leaves the mobility of electrons unchanged.

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