Question 31
Current ElectricityIn order to convert a galvanometer into an ammeter
- A.a low resistance shunt is connected in parallel
- B.a low resistance shunt is connected in series
- C.a medium resistance shunt is connected in series
- D.a high resistance shunt is connected in parallel
- E.a high resistance shunt is connected in series.
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Answer: A (a low resistance shunt is connected in parallel)
Explanation
An ammeter must carry large currents, so most of the current is diverted through a low resistance (shunt) placed in parallel with the galvanometer.