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When setting up a circuit to verify Ohm’s law, which arrangement of the meters is correct?

1. Connect the voltmeter in series and the ammeter in parallel.
2. Connect the voltmeter in parallel and the ammeter in series.
3. Connect both the voltmeter and the ammeter in parallel.
4. Connect both the voltmeter and the ammeter in series.

Correct answer: Connect the voltmeter in parallel and the ammeter in series.

Solution

The correct arrangement is to connect the voltmeter in parallel to measure the voltage across the component, while the ammeter must be in series to measure the current flowing through the circuit, ensuring accurate readings for verifying Ohm's law.

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