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A potential divider is used to give outpurs of 4V and 8V from a 12V source. Which combination of resistance, (`R_(1), R_(2), R_(3)` gives the correct voltages? (R_(1) : R_(2) : R_(3)`

A

`2:1:2`

B

`1:1:1`

C

`2:2:1`

D

`1:1:2`

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