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A battery of electro motive force E is connected in series with a resistance R and a voltmeter. An ammeter is connected in parallel with the battery. then

A

neither the ammeter nor the voltmeter will be damaged.

B

both ammeter and voltmeter are likely to be damaged

C

only voltmeter is likely to be damaged

D

only ammeter is likely to be damaged

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