Question
The instrument used to measure current is called ______.
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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Ammeter
Instrument Used to Measure Electric Current
Electric current is the flow of electric charge. To measure this flow rate in a circuit, a specific instrument is required.
The instrument specifically designed and used to measure electric current is called an ammeter.
Understanding the Options
- Ammeter: Correct. Measures electric current (in Amperes). It is connected in series with the circuit component through which the current is to be measured.
- Voltmeter: Incorrect. Measures electric potential difference or voltage (in Volts). It is connected in parallel across the component.
- Battery: Incorrect. A battery is a source of electrical energy, not a measuring instrument.
- Meter: Incorrect. This is a general term for any measuring instrument. While an ammeter is a type of meter, "ammeter" is the specific and correct term for measuring current.
Therefore, the correct instrument for measuring current is the ammeter.
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