Two rods have thermal conductivities $K$ and $3K$ and lengths $1 \ cm$ and $2 \ cm$ respectively. Their cross-sectional areas are equal. They are joined in series as shown in the figure. If the temperatures of the outer ends of this composite rod are $0^{\circ}C$ and $100^{\circ}C$ respectively,find the junction temperature $\phi$ in $^{\circ}C$.

  • A
    $50$
  • B
    $\frac{100}{3}$
  • C
    $60$
  • D
    $\frac{200}{3}$

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