Practice mode Physics

How must an ammeter be connected to measure the total current flowing in a circuit?

Correct answer A. In series with the circuit

Explanation

An ammeter has very low resistance and must carry the very current being measured, so it is placed in series so that all of the circuit's current passes through it.

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