Which of the following instruments is used to detect electric current in an electric circuit

Ammeter

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Thermometer

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Electrometer

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Galvanometer

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Solution

The correct option is A
Ammeter

An ammeter (abbreviation of Ampere meter) is a measuring instrument used to measure the current in a circuit.
Electric currents are measured in Amperes (A), hence the name.
The ammeter is usually connected in series with the circuit in which the current is to be measured.
Hence option A is correct

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