$A$ voltmeter of resistance $R$ is to be used to measure the potential difference across a resistance $r$. In which case will the reading be nearest to the actual potential difference in the absence of the voltmeter?

  • A
    $R < r$
  • B
    $R > r$
  • C
    $R = r$
  • D
    $R = 0$

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