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Potentiometer is a better instrument for measuring EMF as compared to voltmeter because

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It is cheap

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It draws maximum current from the cell

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It is sturdy

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D

It is based on null deflection method

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Solution

The correct option is D It is based on null deflection method

A potentiometer draws no current from the battery or main circuit at the balance point, and thus it’s a better and more accurate instrument than a voltmeter.

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