The current sensitivity of a galvanometer can be increased by:
$(A)$ decreasing the number of turns
$(B)$ increasing the magnetic field
$(C)$ decreasing the area of the coil
$(D)$ decreasing the torsional constant of the spring
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

  • A
    $(B)$ and $(C)$ only
  • B
    $(C)$ and $(D)$ only
  • C
    $(A)$ and $(C)$ only
  • D
    $(B)$ and $(D)$ only

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