Two plates of the same thickness with coefficients of thermal conductivities $K_1$ and $K_2$ and cross-sectional areas $A_1$ and $A_2$ are connected as shown. Find the effective coefficient of thermal conductivity $K_{eq}$.

  • A
    $K_1A_1 + K_2A_2$
  • B
    $\frac{K_1A_1 + K_2A_2}{A_1 + A_2}$
  • C
    $\frac{K_1A_2 + K_2A_1}{A_1 + A_2}$
  • D
    $\frac{K_1A_1}{K_2A_2}$

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