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An ammeter measures the amount of current flowing through an electrical circuit. It measures amperage.

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What is the name of the meter that is used to measure current?

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How do you measure direct current?

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Uses of ammeter?

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What is the 'job' of an ammeter in a circuit?

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Is an ammeter a device specially designed to measure current?

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What does an ammeter measure?

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