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What device is used to measure electric current in a circuit?

1

Voltmeter

2

Ammeter

3

Ohmmeter

4

Wattmeter

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Ammeter

Solution:

An ammeter is used to measure electric current and is connected in series in a circuit. A voltmeter measures voltage, an ohmmeter measures resistance, and a wattmeter measures power.

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