Q125 / 180 · NEET 2014 · Physics
In an ammeter of main current passes through the galvanometer. If resistance of galvanometer is the resistance of ammeter will be:
- A
- B
- Correct answerC
- D
Solution
As shown in figure a shunt is connected in parallel with the galvanometer to convert it into the ammeter, let is the resistant of the galvanometer. Where is the current in the circuit as shown, according to question current passing through the galvanometer, i.e.,

;
so, the current through the shunt is
As and the shunt are in parallel combination ,
Equivalent resistance of the ammeter
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.