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Galvanometer is best described as an instrument to

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Measure large currents

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Measure voltage

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Detect voltage

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Detect current

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Solution

The correct option is D Detect current
Galvanometer is a highly sensitive device that deflects in both directions – thus showing direction of current through it as well.

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