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If the length of a potentiometer wire is increased by keeping constant potential difference across the wire, then

A

the null point is obtained at larger distance

B

there is no change in the null point

C

the potential gradient is increased

D

the null point is obtained at shorter distance

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A

The null point is obtained at a larger distance.
[ The potential gradient `(V_(A)-V_(B))/(L)` is decreased and the sensitivity is increased.]
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