Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?

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  1. An ammeter is always connected in series in the circuit to measure the current
  2. A Voltmeter is always connected to parallel in a circuit to measure the voltage
  3. A voltmeter has a high resistance and an ammeter has a low resistance
  4. A voltmeter has a low resistance and an ammeter has a high resistance

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Option 4 : A voltmeter has a low resistance and an ammeter has a high resistance
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Concept Used:

Ammeter:

An ammeter is used to measure current in a circuit.

It is always connected in series with the circuit.

It has low resistance to ensure it does not alter the current flow.

Voltmeter:

A voltmeter is used to measure the voltage across a circuit component.

It is always connected in parallel to the component being measured.

It has high resistance to ensure minimal current flows through it.

∴ The incorrect statement is Statement 4.

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