Three voltmeters A, B and C having resistances 
and 3R, respectively are used in a circuit as shown. When a potential difference is applied between X and Y, the readings of the voltmeters are 
and V 3 , respectively then.
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Here, 
i.e. 
… (i)
and 
… (ii)
On solving (i) and (ii)
and 
Now, 
and 
i.e. 
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