The current sensitivity of a galvanometer can be increased by:

$(A)$ decreasing the number of turns

$(B)$ increasing the magnetic field

$(C)$ decreasing the area of the coil

$(D)$ decreasing the torsional constant of the spring

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

  • A$(B)$ and $(C)$ only
  • B$(C)$ and $(D)$ only
  • C$(A)$ and $(C)$ only
  • D$(B)$ and $(D)$ only
JEE MAIN 2022, Medium
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