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Published on: August 22, 2026
In a potentiometer experiment, it is found that no current passes through the galvanometer when the terminals of the cell are connected across 
of the potentiometer wire. If the cell is shunted by a resistance of 
, a balance is found when the cell is connected across 
of the wire. Find the internal resistance of the cell.
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
When the cell is shunted by a resistance of 
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