$A$ cell is connected to a potentiometer,and the balancing length is obtained at $125 \ cm$. When a resistor of $2 \ \Omega$ is connected in parallel with the cell,the balancing length is obtained at $100 \ cm$. What is the internal resistance of the cell in $\Omega$?

  • A
    $1.5$
  • B
    $0.5$
  • C
    $1.25$
  • D
    $0.8$

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