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Which value of current does the ammeter used in A.C. circuit measure?
Which value of current does the ammeter used in A.C. circuit measure?
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The rms value of an AC current or voltage is the value of a steady DC that would provide the same power in a resistive circuit.
Updated On: Mar 4, 2025
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An ammeter in an AC circuit measures the **rms (root mean square)** value of the alternating current. The rms value gives an equivalent DC value that produces the same power dissipation as the AC.
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