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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

Which of the following statements is true about galvanometer?

  1. A To convert a galvanometer into an ammeter a low resistance is connected in series
  2. B To connect a galvanometer into a voltmeter, a high resistance is connected in parallel
  3. C Galvanometer is a high resistance instrument
  4. D Galvanometer is a low resistance instrument
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(D) Galvanometer is a low resistance instrument

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A galvanometer is designed to detect very small currents, so it typically has a low resistance (usually between 10 and 100 ohms) to avoid significantly altering the circuit it is measuring. Options A and B are incorrect because they swap the connection types: an ammeter requires…
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