Before measuring an unknown resistance with an analog multimeter set up as an ohmmeter, what should you do?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — short the test leads and calibrate the meter reading to 'zero'
Analog ohmmeters require shorting the test leads and adjusting the zero-ohm potentiometer to compensate for internal battery voltage degradation prior to taking resistance measurements.
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