Which one of these things can NOT be done with a typical multimeter?
A) Measure and provide additional power on connections with low voltage.
B) Check the output of a power supply for the correct voltage.
C) Confirm that a cable has continuity from one end to the other.
D) Determine if a fuse has blown.
Answer: A) Measure and provide additional power on connections with low voltage.
Although a multimeter does a great job of measuring voltage, it can’t provide any additional power.
The (in)correct answers:
B) Check the output of a power supply for the correct voltage.
A multimeter can measure both AC and DC power voltages.
C) Confirm that a cable has continuity from one end to the other.
Most multimeters include a continuity test that will provide both a digital readout and an audible “beep” when it detects continuity on a cable or circuit.
D) Determine if a fuse has blown.
The continuity test of a multimeter is perfect for determining if a fuse can complete a circuit.
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