An ammeter with a resistance of $2 \,\Omega$ can measure up to $100 \,mA$. What resistance (in $\Omega$) must be connected in series to make it measure up to $5 \,V$?

  • A
    $98$
  • B
    $52$
  • C
    $80$
  • D
    $48$

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