In a potentiometer experiment,the null point is obtained on the $7^{\text{th}}$ wire for a given cell. To shift the null point to the $9^{\text{th}}$ wire for the same cell,what should we do?

  • A
    Decrease applied e.m.f.
  • B
    Increase resistance in main circuit
  • C
    Attach resistance in series with a cell
  • D
    Decrease resistance in main circuit

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