Question
Distinguish between an ammeter and a voltmeter.

Answer

AmmeterVoltmeter
i.It measures current.It measures the potential

difference.
ii.It is connected in series.It is connected in parallel.
iii.It is an MCG with low

resistance. (Ideally zero)
It is an MCG with high

resistance. (Ideally infinite)
ivThe smaller the shunt, the

greater will be the current

measured.
The larger its resistance

greater will be the potential

difference measured.
v.Resistance of ammeter, R_(A)=

(SG)/(S+G)=(G)/(n)
Resistance of voltmeter, R_(v)=

G+X=Gn_(V)

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