Two potentiometers, P1 and P2, have identical wires and driver cells. However, P1 uses a rheostat with a higher resistance range than P2. Which potentiometer will offer greater sensitivity in balancing a given cell?
P1
P2
Both P1 and P2 will have the same sensitivity
Sensitivity depends on the cell being balanced, not the potentiometer
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