Which is a technique for measuring small amounts of current using a clamp-on ammeter?
A) winding the conductor around one jaw of the ammeter
B) placing the conductor between the jaws of the ammeter
C) placing the conductor underneath the jaws of the ammeter
D) winding the conductor around the main body of the ammeter

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The correct answer is A because winding the conductor around one jaw of the ammeter increases the magnetic field strength and thus the accuracy of the measurement.

Which Is a Technique for Measuring Small Amounts of Current