$A$ current-carrying conductor obeys Ohm's law $(V = RI)$. If the current passing through the conductor is $I = (5 \pm 0.2) \text{ A}$ and the voltage developed is $V = (60 \pm 6) \text{ V}$, then find the percentage error in resistance $R$.

  • A
    $18$
  • B
    $6$
  • C
    $14$
  • D
    $2$

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