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    Which of the following errors occur(s) in a moving iron instrument?
    Question

    Which of the following errors occur(s) in a moving iron instrument?

    A.

    Stray magnetic field error

    B.

    Hysteresis error

    C.

    All of the options

    D.

    Temperature error

    Correct option is C

    Moving Iron Instruments:
    · Moving iron instruments are used to measure AC and DC currents and voltages. They operate based on the principle that a piece of iron moves in response to the magnetic field generated by the current flowing through a coil.
    Types of Errors in Moving Iron Instruments:
    · Stray Magnetic Field Error: External magnetic fields can affect the accuracy of the instrument by distorting the magnetic field within the instrument.
    · Hysteresis Error: Hysteresis occurs due to the magnetic properties of the iron core, leading to errors in measurements, particularly when the instrument is used with AC.
    · Temperature Error: Variations in temperature can affect the resistance of the coil and the magnetic properties of the iron, leading to errors in the readings.

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