Why are certain procedures necessary in a potentiometer experiment?

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The discussion focuses on essential procedures in a potentiometer experiment, specifically addressing the connection of battery poles, the removal of protective resistors, the inclusion of rheostats, and the use of standard cells. It is established that connecting the positive pole of the battery to the same terminal as the driver cell ensures accurate measurements. Removing the protective resistor before determining the final balanced point is crucial for precision. A rheostat is included to adjust current, but its resistance must remain low to avoid measurement errors. Lastly, a standard cell is necessary for calibrating an ammeter but not for measuring a cell's internal resistance.

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can someone please explain to me...?

explain the reasons for the following procedures in potentiometer experiment:
(a)the positive pole of a battery whose emf is required is connected to the same terminal of the potentiometer wire as the positive pole of the driver cell.
(b)The protective resister is removed before a final balanced point is determined.
(c)A rheostat is sometimes included in the potentiometer circuit with the driver cell but its resistance must not be too high.
(d)A standard cell is needed in an experiment to calibrate an ammeter but not in an experiment to measure the internal resistance of a cell.
(e)In comparing the resistance of two resistors A and B, the resistors are placed in series in a circuit.
 
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