Multimeter - Assessment

1.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

A tool that measures voltage, current, resistance, and continuity is called a:

voltmeter

resistor

multimeter

screwdriver

2.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

On a multimeter the black probe is connected to__

Amperage

COM (which is negative)

Continuity

COM (which is positive)

3.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

How will you classify the image?

DC

AC

Either AC or DC

Neither DC or AC

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Nothing will happen to the multimeter if you accidentally chose the wrong setting in measuring a power outlet.

True

False

5.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

The multimeter should always be set ______ than/with the indicated value.

Lower

Higher

Twice

The same

6.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What will appear to the display if the probes are connected in reverse?

A positive reading

A "twice the value" reading

A negative reading

An infinity symbol

7.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What scale in the multimeter will you choose when you are to measure the voltage of a power outlet?

DCV Scale

AC Current Scale

ACV Scale

Resistance Scale

8.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Identify this tool

Digital multimeter

Digital therometer

Digital pedometer

Digital weight scale

9.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What type of multimeter has a needle gauge?

analog multimeter

digital multimeter

electrical multimeter

mechanical dual multimeter

10.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What do you call that symbol?

resistance

current

microfarad

ohm

11.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What does the following symbol represents?

Battery

Resistor

Bulb

Ammeter

12.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

What is a multimeter?

a tool used to estimate distance current travels

a tool used to find a correct locaton

a tool used to measure electricity

a tool used to measure electronics

13.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What physical quantity does ammeter measures?

Voltage

Current

Resistance

Power

14.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Digital multimeter is used for _________

measuring a.c. and d.c. current, voltage and resistance

measuring a.c. current and voltage

measuring d.c. current and resistance

measuring a.c. voltage and resistance

15.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is the initial setting made in a multimeter before it is used for measuring resistance?

fine adjustment

instrument is open circuited

voltage is applied

zero adjustment

16.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Choose the true statement below concerning DC currents:

DC stands for Direct Computing and electrons flow in multiple pathways

DC stands for direct current and electrons flow in multiple directions

DC stands for direct current and the electrons do not flow

DC stands for direct current and the electrons flow in only one direction

17.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

Which type of electric current are you using when you turn on your TV at home?

AC

DC

Resistance

Conductive

18.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

These refer to the handles used to hold tip on the tested connection

Probes

Red Meter Lead

Tips

Black Meter Lead

19.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which of the following is the symbol for AC voltage?

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u

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~

20.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

On a multimeter which wire is used for what?

the red probe is used for positive, and the black probe is used for negative

the red probe is used for negative, and the black probe is used for positive

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