True or False: An ammeter must be placed in parallel with the component to measure current accurately.

The correct answer is that it is false to say an ammeter must be placed in parallel with the component to measure current accurately. An ammeter is specifically designed to measure current flow in a circuit, and for it to provide accurate readings, it must be placed in series with the component whose current is being measured. This positioning allows the ammeter to measure the total current flowing through the circuit without bypassing any of the flow.

When placed in parallel, the ammeter would create a short circuit, potentially leading to damage to the meter or other components in the circuit, and it would not provide a meaningful measurement of the current. For accurate current measurement, always ensure the ammeter is part of the series loop, allowing all the current to pass through it for precise readings.