What is the purpose of a shunt resistor in an ammeter?
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A shunt resistor in an ammeter is used to increase the range of the ammeter.
The shunt provides a parallel resistance path to allow excess current to bypass the ammeter's internal coil, enabling the ammeter to measure currents beyond its normal range without getting damaged.
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