Quiz on Testing Electronic Components

What is a multimeter also known as?

• Multi-tester

• Voltage Meter

• Current Meter

• Resistance Meter

What does the selector switch on a multimeter allow you to do?

• Turn the device on

• Calibrate the device

• Change measurement functions

• Change the battery

What color is the positive probe in a multimeter?

• Blue

• Black

• Red

• Green

What does VOM stand for?

• Volt-Ohm Meter

• Voltage Output Meter

• Variable Ohm Meter

• Voltage Operational Meter

What is the purpose of the Zero Adjustment knob?

• To set the meter to zero

• To adjust the voltage

• To change the battery

• To change the scale

What should the meter indicate when the test leads are not in contact with anything?

• Left position

• Zero position

• High resistance

• Right position

What is the first step in measuring resistance with a multimeter?

• Set the meter to AC

• Set the meter to Ohms

• Connect the probes

• Turn off the meter

What is the function of the test leads?

• To connect to devices for testing

• To measure voltage only

• To change the battery

• To calibrate the multimeter

What does the dial on a multimeter indicate?

• The type of current

• The measurement scale

• The resistance level

• The battery level

What is the correct position of the needle when measuring resistance?

• Middle position

• Right position

• Left position

• Zero position