For what value of the resistor $X$ will the equivalent resistance of the two circuits shown be the same?
  • A$R$
  • B$6 R$
  • C$2 R$
  • D$\frac{\sqrt{5-1}}{2} R$
KVPY 2009, Diffcult
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