A galvanometer of 50 ohm resistance has 25 divisions. A current of 4 10-4 ampere gives a deflection of one division. To convert this galvanometer into a voltmeter having a range of 25 volts, it should be connected with a resistance of
- 2500 as a shunt
- 2450 as a shunt
- 2550 in series
- 2450 in series
Answer
(4) 2450 in series
Solution
Full-scale current: Ig = 25 4 10-4 = 10-2 A
For a voltmeter of range V: V = Ig (G + R)
R = VIg - G = 2510-2 - 50
R = 2500 - 50 = 2450 in series
Answer: (4)