A positive charge $q$ is placed at the centre of a neutral hollow cylindrical conducting shell with its cross-section as shown in the figure below. Which one of the following figures correctly indicates the induced charge distribution on the conductor? (Ignore edge effects)

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  • A
    210400-a
  • B
    210400-b
  • C
    210400-c
  • D
    210400-d

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