Why we use low internal resistance in series of an ammeter? 

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  1. Low selectivity 
  2. High sensitivity 
  3. Low voltage drop on ammeter 
  4. High voltage drop across ammeter 

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Option 3 : Low voltage drop on ammeter 
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An ammeter is an electrical device that is used to measure the current.

In an ammeter, a low-value resistance is connected in series with it.

This is done to ensure a low voltage drop on the ammeter.

Values of input resistance

Device/Source

Ideal

Practical

Connection

Voltmeter

Infinite

High

Parallel

Ammeter

Zero

Low

Series

Voltage source

Zero

Low

Series

Current source

Infinite

High

Parallel

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