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    When measuring the resistance of a resistor using an ohmmeter, what does a reading of zero resistance indicate?
    Question

    When measuring the resistance of a resistor using an ohmmeter, what does a reading of zero resistance indicate?

    A.

    The resistor is open-circuited.

    B.

    The resistor is short-circuited.

    C.

    The ohmmeter is malfunctioning.

    D.

    The resistor is functioning normally.

    Correct option is B

    When using an ohmmeter, a reading of zero resistance indicates that there is no opposition to current flow, meaning the circuit behaves like a direct conductor. This condition is known as a short circuit.
    In contrast, an open circuit would show infinite or very high resistance. A properly functioning resistor would show its rated resistance value. Therefore, zero resistance cannot indicate normal operation.

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