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A galvanometer of internal resistance 50\(\Omega\) and full scale deflection of 20 mA ...

A galvanometer of internal resistance 50\(\Omega\) and full scale deflection of 20 mA is converted into a voltmeter by connecting a resistor of resistance 1950\(\Omega\) in series to it. Calculate the maximum voltage that can be read by the voltmeter
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  • A 20V
  • B 30V
  • C 38V
  • D 40V
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
V = IR1 + IR2
= 0.02 x 50 + 0.02 x 1950 = 40V

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