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In the circuit in Fig. `7.27`, bulb `B` does not glow although ammeter `A` indicates that the current is flowing . Why does the bulb not glow?

A

The bulb is fused .

B

tThere is a break in the circuit between bulb and ammeter.

C

The variable resistor has too large resistance.

D

There is a break in the circuit between the bulb and the variable resistance.

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The correct Answer is:
C

It is a case of weak current.
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