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Potentiometer is better for measuring the potential difference than the voltmeter because

A

it uses a long wire.

B

it uses an auxiliary battery of large e.m.f.

C

it does not disturb the potential difference to be measured.

D

it is based on the principle of Wheatstone bridge.

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