$A$ potentiometer consists of a wire of length $4\, m$ and resistance $10\,\Omega$. It is connected to a cell of $e.m.f.$ $2\, V$. The potential difference per unit length of the wire will be ............. $V/m$.

  • A
    $0.5$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $5$
  • D
    $10$

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