A capacitor is to be tested with a digital multimeter set up to measure ohms. If the meter is connected to a shorted capacitor, how would the meter display respond?

Correct Answer: Option C — immediately display a very low resistance value which remains low

Internal plate degradation or dielectric failure creates a direct internal short within a capacitor. When tested with an ohmmeter, the meter immediately registers a very low resistance value and stays low, distinguishing it from a healthy capacitor that charges and shows rising resistance.