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Physics Current Electricity Different Measuring Instruments MCQ (Single Correct)

A potentiometer circuit shown in the figure is set up to measure e.m.f. of a cell E. As the point P moves from X to Y the galvanometer G shows deflection always in one direction, but the deflection decreases continuously until Y is reached. In order to obtain balance point between X and Y it is necessary to

A
Decreases the resistance R
B
Increase the resistance R
C
Reverse the terminals of battery V
D
Reverse the terminals of cell E

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