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By mistake, a voltmeter is connected in series and an ammeter is connected in parallel, with a resistance in an electrical circuit. What will happen to the instruments?

A

Both ammeter and voltmeter will be damaged

B

Neither the ammeter nor the voltmeter will be damaged

C

Only the ammeter will be damaged

D

Only the voltmeter will be damaged

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