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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

Which of the following statements is not true with reference to a potentiometer ?

  1. A It is based on balanced Wheatstone bridge.
  2. B It draws no current from the voltage source being measured.
  3. C It is unaffected by the internal resistance of the source.
  4. D It is a very sensitive device to measure potential difference.
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(A) It is based on balanced Wheatstone bridge.

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