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MCQ

For measurement of potential difference, potentiometer is preferred in comparison to voltmeter because

A
Potentiometer is more sensitive than voltmeter
B
The resistance of potentiometer is less than voltmeter
C
Potentiometer is cheaper than voltmeter
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Potentiometer does not take current from the circuit

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Answer

Correct option: D.

Potentiometer does not take current from the circuit

Potentiometer does not take current from the circuit

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