In the given potentiometer circuit,the balancing length for points $B$ and $C$ is $40 \, cm$. What is the balancing length for points $C$ and $D$ in $cm$?

  • A
    $32$
  • B
    $16$
  • C
    $8$
  • D
    $4$

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