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robinn137

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When you are measuring current with a clamp-on ammeter, you should ________.
 
  A) open the jaws of the meter and place them around the wire where you want to measure the current
  B) turn off all power to the circuit so that you don't get shocked
  C) create an open in the circuit and place the meter probes so that the meter is in series with the load

Question 2

When making a resistance measurement, you should ________.
 
  A) turn off all power to the circuit and isolate the component you want to measure
  B) create an open in the circuit and place the meter probes so that the meter is in series with the load
  C) keep all voltage applied to the component you are measuring so you can determine the true resistance



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

A



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