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When a balance point is obtained in a potentiometer for finding the internal resistance of a cell, the current through the potentiometer wire is due to

A

the cell whose internal resistance is to be found.

B

the auxiliary battery.

C

both cell and auxiliary battery.

D

neither cell nor the battery.

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