The device which is used to measure electric current through a circuit is called a/an ____.

Ammeter

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Voltmeter

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Ohmmeter

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The correct option is A
Ammeter

An ammeter is a device which is used to measure electric current through a circuit. Electric current is measured in amperes, hence the name ammeter.

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An ammeter measures electric current flowing through a circuit.

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The device which is used to measure electric current through a circuit is called a/an ____.

The correct option is A Ammeter An ammeter is a device which is used to measure electric current through a circuit. Electric current is measured in amperes, hence the name ammeter.

The correct option is A
Ammeter

An ammeter is a device which is used to measure electric current through a circuit. Electric current is measured in amperes, hence the name ammeter.