In the circuit shown here, what is the value of the unknown resistor $R$ so that the total resistance of the circuit between points $P$ and $Q$ is also equal to $R$
  • A$3\, ohms$
  • B$\sqrt {39} \,ohms$
  • C$\sqrt {69} \,ohms$
  • D$10\, ohms$
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