A resistor connected in parallel with a galvanometer so that a large amount of current can be measured is called a/an
-
A.
ammeter -
B.
avometer -
C.
coil resistor -
D.
multiplier -
E.
shunt.
Correct Answer: Option E
Explanation
A galvanometer can be converted into ammeter by connecting a low resistance called shunt in parallel to the galvanometer.