Current Electricity Charging Discharging Of Capacitors Question 205

Question: Sensitivity of potentiometer can be increased by

[MP PET 1994]

Options:

A) Increasing the e.m.f. of the cell

B) Increasing the length of the potentiometer wire

C) Decreasing the length of the potentiometer wire

D) None of the above

Show Answer

Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The sensitivity of potentiometer can be increased by decreasing the potential gradient i.e. by increasing the length of potentiometer wire. (Sensitivity µ $ \frac{1}{P.G.}\propto \text{Length} $ )



sathee Ask SATHEE

Welcome to SATHEE !
Select from 'Menu' to explore our services, or ask SATHEE to get started. Let's embark on this journey of growth together! 🌐📚🚀🎓

I'm relatively new and can sometimes make mistakes.
If you notice any error, such as an incorrect solution, please use the thumbs down icon to aid my learning.
To begin your journey now, click on

Please select your preferred language
कृपया अपनी पसंदीदा भाषा चुनें