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Assertion : An ammeter is always connected in series whereas a voltmeter is connected in parallel.
Reason : An ammeter is a low-resistance galvanometer while a voltmeter is high resistance galvanometer.

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Assertion is True, Reason is True, Reason is a correct explanation for Assertion

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Assertion is True, Reason is True, Reason is not a correct explanation for Assertion

C

Assertion is True, Reason is False

D

Assertion is False, Reason is True

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To analyze the given assertion and reason, we will break down the concepts of ammeters and voltmeters, their connections, and their characteristics. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion**: - The assertion states that "An ammeter is always connected in series whereas a voltmeter is connected in parallel." - This is true. An ammeter measures the current flowing through a circuit, and to do this accurately, it must be connected in series with the circuit. A voltmeter measures the potential difference (voltage) across two points in a circuit, and it must be connected in parallel to measure this difference accurately. 2. **Understanding the Reason**: - The reason states that "An ammeter is a low-resistance galvanometer while a voltmeter is a high-resistance galvanometer." - This is also true. An ammeter is designed to have very low resistance so that it does not significantly affect the current flowing in the circuit. In contrast, a voltmeter is designed with high resistance to ensure that it draws minimal current from the circuit, allowing it to measure voltage without altering the circuit's behavior. 3. **Conclusion**: - Both the assertion and the reason are true. - The reason correctly explains why the assertion is true. 4. **Final Answer**: - The correct option is: Assertion is true, Reason is true, and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion.
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