In order to measure current in a resistance present in a circuit, the ammeter is connected

in series

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in parallel

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in series or parallel

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The correct option is C in series
Ammeter gives the reading of the current flowing through it.so to measure accurate value of current int he circuit it must be connected in series so that it can have maximum amount of current passing through it. Hence, it should be connected in series.

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In order to measure current in a resistance present in a circuit, the ammeter is connected

The correct option is C in seriesAmmeter gives the reading of the current flowing through it.so to measure accurate value of current int he circuit it must be connected in series so that it can have maximum amount of current passing through it. Hence, it should be connected in series.

The correct option is C in series
Ammeter gives the reading of the current flowing through it.so to measure accurate value of current int he circuit it must be connected in series so that it can have maximum amount of current passing through it. Hence, it should be connected in series.