$A$ circuit for the measurement of resistance by a potentiometer is shown. The galvanometer is first connected at point $A$ and zero deflection is observed at a length $PJ = 10 \ cm$. In the second case,it is connected at point $C$ and zero deflection is observed at a length of $30 \ cm$ from $P$. Then the unknown resistance $X$ is:

  • A
    $2R$
  • B
    $\frac{R}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{R}{3}$
  • D
    $3R$

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