What is the general function of the differential voltmeter?

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To compare an unknown voltage with a known reference voltage  and indicate the difference in their values.

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Last Answer : Highest.

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Last Answer : To prevent excess current through the meter movement.

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Last Answer : The use of resistors in series with the meter movement.

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Last Answer : It is an indication of the resistance of the meter expressed in ohms per volt. The total resistance of the meter is the sensitivity multiplied by the full-scale voltage.

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Last Answer : A voltmeter must have a high resistance compared to the circuit being measured.

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Last Answer : The connection of a voltmeter adds a resistance in parallel with the circuit changing the total circuit resistance, and loads the circuit.

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Last Answer : Voltage.

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Last Answer : The TDX and the TDR.

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