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A galvanometer with its coil resistance \(25\,\Omega\) requires a current of 1 mA for its full deflection. In order to construct an ammeter to read upto a current of 2 A, the approximate value of the shunt resistance should be :

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The shunt carries \(I-I_g\) and shares the same potential difference as the galvanometer coil.
Updated On: Nov 11, 2026
  • \(2.5\times10^{-3}\,\Omega\)
  • \(1.25\times10^{-2}\,\Omega\)
  • \(1.25\times10^{-3}\,\Omega\)
  • \(2.5\times10^{-2}\,\Omega\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

\(I_gG=(I-I_g)S\Rightarrow S=\frac{I_gG}{I-I_g}\).
\(S=\frac{10^{-3}\times25}{2-10^{-3}}=\frac{0.025}{1.999}\approx1.25\times10^{-2}\,\Omega\).
Answer: (2) \(1.25\times10^{-2}\,\Omega\)
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