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How is a galvanometer converted into an ammeter? Why parallel resistance is smallerthan galvanometer resistance? Explain.

A

Shunt resistance

B

Current Loop

C

Solenoid

D

None of the above

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Galvanometer can be converted into ammeter using shunt resistance.
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