The device which is used to measure potential difference between two points in a circuit is called a/an ____.
A
ammeter
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B
voltmeter
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C
ohmmeter
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D
wattmeter
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Solution
The correct option is B voltmeter A voltmeter is a device which is used to measure potential difference between two points in a circuit. Potential difference is measured in voltage, hence the name is voltmeter. Voltmeter is connected in parallel in a circuit.