Q368
The instrument used to measure electric current is
A.
ammeter
AnswerB.
electrometer
C.
galvanometer
D.
spectrometer
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The instrument used to measure electric current is ammeter. Ammeter, instrument for measuring either direct or alternating electric current, in amperes. An ammeter can measure a wide range of current values because at high values only a small portion of the current is directed through the meter mechanism; a shunt in parallel with the meter carries the major portion.