In an ammeter,$4 \%$ of the main current is passing through the galvanometer. If the shunt resistance is $5 \Omega$,then the resistance of the galvanometer will be: (in $Omega$)

  • A
    $60$
  • B
    $120$
  • C
    $240$
  • D
    $480$

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