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The sensitivity of a galvanometer of resistance `990Omega` is increased by `10` times. The shunt used is

A

`100Omega`

B

`120Omega`

C

`110Omega`

D

`50Omega`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`S=(G)/(n-1)=(990)/(10-1)=110Omega`
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