Multiple choice

Which one of the following is connected to a galvanometer when it is converted into an ammeter?

  1. Low resistance in series

  2. High resistance in series

  3. Low resistance in parallel

  4. High resistance in parallel
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C Correct answer
Explanation

To convert a galvanometer into an ammeter, a very low resistance, known as a shunt, must be connected in parallel with the galvanometer coil to bypass most of the current.

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