$A$ voltmeter has a resistance of $G \ \Omega$ and a range of $V \ \text{volt}$. The resistance required in series to convert it into a voltmeter of range $nV \ \text{volt}$ is . . . . . . .

  • A
    $nG$
  • B
    $(n-1)G$
  • C
    $\frac{G}{n-1}$
  • D
    $\frac{G}{n}$

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