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If a galvanometer is connected between B and D determine the direction of current :

A

D to B

B

B to D

C

First B to D then D to B

D

Depends on resistance of galvanometer

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The correct Answer is:
A
As `V_(D) gt V_(C)`
Direction will be D to B.
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