Modern ammeters often use a(n) ____ to sense the amount of current flowing through the cable or wire.

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Modern ammeters often use an inductive pickup to sense the amount of current flowing through the cable or wire. The inductive pickup simply clamps around the cable or wire and detects the magnetic field generated by the current flowing through it. This allows for a non-invasive measurement of current without the need to break the circuit or insert a shunt.

Modern Ammeters Often Use A(n) ____ to Sense the Amount