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For measurement of potential difference, potentiometer is perferred in comparison to voltmeter because

A

potentiometer is more sensitive than voltmeter

B

the resistance of potentiometer is less than volumeter

C

potentiometer is cheaper than voltmeter

D

potentiometer does not take current from the circuit

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