In a physical balance working on the principle of moments, when $5\, mg$ weight is placed on the left pan, the beam becomes horizontal. Both the empty pans of the balance are of equal mass. Which of the following statements is correct?

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  • A

    Left arm is longer than the right arm

  • B

    Both the arms are of same length

  • C

    Left arm is shorter than the right arm

  • D

    Every object that is weighed using this balance appears lighter than its actual weight

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