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The sensitivity of a galvanometer is $60 \mathrm{div} / \mathrm{A}$. When a shunt is used, its sensitivity becomes $10 \mathrm{div} / \mathrm{A}$. If the resistance of the galvanometer is $20 \Omega$, then the value of shunt used is
PhysicsCurrent ElectricityAP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2018 (24 Apr Shift 2)
Options:
  • A $4 \Omega$
  • B $5 \Omega$
  • C $20 \Omega$
  • D $2 \Omega$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $4 \Omega$
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