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In the given potentiometer arrangemeter the null point

A

can be obtained for any value of `V`

B

can be obtained only if `V lt V_0`

C

can be obtained only if `V gt V_0`

D

can never be obtained

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The correct Answer is:
D
`V` and `V_0` are oppositely connected.
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