$10$ divisions on the main scale of a Vernier calliper coincide with $11$ divisions on the Vernier scale. If each division on the main scale is of $5$ units,the least count of the instrument is :

  • A
    $1/2$
  • B
    $10/11$
  • C
    $50/11$
  • D
    $5/11$

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