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In the Wheatstone's bridge shown, `P = 2 Omega, Q = 3 Omega, R = 6 Omega` and `S = 8 Omega`. In order to obtain balance, shunt resistance across S must be

A

`2 Omega`

B

`3 Omega`

C

`6 Omega`

D

`8 Omega`

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