In voltage measurement, the potentiometer is preferred to voltmeter because it
A
has a wider range
B
consumes negligible current
C
is bulky
D
responds faster than voltmeter
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
A potentiometer is preferred over a voltmeter for voltage measurements because it does not draw significant current from the circuit being measured.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70428)