$A$ potentiometer wire of length $100\, cm$ has a resistance of $10\, \Omega$. It is connected in series with a resistance $R$ and an accumulator of emf $2\, V$ and of negligible internal resistance. $A$ source of emf $10\, mV$ is balanced against a length of $40\, cm$ of the potentiometer wire. What is the value of external resistance $R$?

  • A
    $890$
  • B
    $600$
  • C
    $640$
  • D
    $790$

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$A$ wire of length $100\, cm$ is connected to a cell of $emf$ $2\, V$ and negligible internal resistance. The resistance of the wire is $3\, \Omega$. The additional resistance required to produce a potential drop of $1\, mV/cm$ is ............... $\Omega$.

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