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A magnetic compass can detect current, but

you'll need an Ammeter to measure it.

A galvanometer can detect current ~ but

you'll need an Ammeter to measure it.

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An ammeter is used to measure electric current.

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A multimeter. It also measures resistance.

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Electric current is measured with an 'ammeter'.

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A galvanometer or milliammeter.

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Galvanometer

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an ammeter

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