Potential Difference and Voltmeters
 

Potential Difference and Voltmeters problem 31


Which statement about a voltmeter is correct?


  • A voltmeter measures the current in a component and is connected in series with the component.


  • A voltmeter measures the current in a component and is connected in parallel with the component.


  • A voltmeter measures the potential difference (p.d.) across a component and is connected in series with the component.


  • A voltmeter measures the potential difference (p.d.) across a component and is connected in parallel with the component.


 

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