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Which of these would be most likely associated with a multimeter? Pick two.

A) Check wall outlet AC voltage

B) Evaluate the continuity of a wire

C) Calculate near-end crosstalk

D) Test physical data port transmission and reception

E) It can receive radio signals from space


The answer: A) Check wall outlet AC voltage and B) Evaluate the continuity of a wire

A multimeter is a must-have tool for the technologist. Many questions about voltage and continuity can be answered in just a few minutes with a device that costs less than $20 US.

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