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What does the voltmeter measure?

This question was previously asked in
RRB ALP 2018 CBT 2 Fitter Question Paper (21-Jan-2019) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

Voltage

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Voltage

Explanation:

Voltmeter:
A voltmeter is used to measure voltage (electrical potential difference) between two points in an electric circuit. It is always connected in parallel with the component or circuit being measured.

Other instruments and their functions:

Ammeter → Measures electric current (Unit: Ampere, A)

Voltmeter → Measures voltage/potential difference (Unit: Volt, V)

Ohmmeter → Measures resistance (Unit: Ohm, Ω)

Electric Meter/Joulemeter → Measures energy consumed (Unit: Kilowatt-hour, kWh, or Joule, J)

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