An ammeter with resistance 'RA' is connected in series with a load resistance of 180 Q. The applied voltage is 280 V. Determine the percentage error in the current measurement due to loading effect of ammeter, when (i) Ra = 30 and (ii) Ra = 70

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An ammeter with resistance 'RA' is
connected in series with a load resistance of
180 Q. The applied voltage is 280 V.
Determine the percentage error in the
current measurement due to loading effect
of ammeter, when (i) Ra = 30 and (ii) Ra = 70
Transcribed Image Text:An ammeter with resistance 'RA' is connected in series with a load resistance of 180 Q. The applied voltage is 280 V. Determine the percentage error in the current measurement due to loading effect of ammeter, when (i) Ra = 30 and (ii) Ra = 70
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