Asked by Ongelic Harris on Jun 23, 2024
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When using DMMs such as the Fluke meters shown in the core textbook,which pushbutton turns autoranging on and off?
A) autoranging button
B) range button
C) hold button
D) min-max button
Autoranging
A feature in electronic measurement devices that automatically adjusts the range for the best measurement scale.
DMMs
Digital Multimeters, versatile instruments used to measure electric voltage, current, resistance, and other values in circuits and systems.
Fluke Meters
Brand-specific electronic measuring instruments used for various electrical measurements, known for their reliability and precision.
- Master the skill of employing a Digital Multimeter (DMM) for identifying electrical problems in vehicles.
Verified Answer
JO
Julia OnyekweluJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The "range" button on DMMs like Fluke meters is used to toggle autoranging on and off. Autoranging allows the meter to automatically select the best range for the measurements being taken, while manually pressing the range button allows the user to override this feature and select a specific range.
Learning Objectives
- Master the skill of employing a Digital Multimeter (DMM) for identifying electrical problems in vehicles.