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If the galvanometer G does not show any deflection in the circuit shown, the value of R is given by:

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Options:
  • A 400 Ω
  • B 200 Ω
  • C 50 Ω
  • D 100 Ω
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 100 Ω

As given in the question,

Ig=0

Potential drop across R will be equal to 2 V.

Now, current through the left circuit can be written as,

I=10400+R.

Therefore, potential drop across R will be,

VR=IR2=10R400+R800+2R=10RR=100 Ω

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