Question 9 :A computer will not power on. Which of the following would be used to check the wall outlet?This type of question contains radio buttons and checkboxes for selection of options. Use Tab for navigation and Enter or space to select the option.optionAPOSToptionBpower supply testeroptionCUPSoptionDmultimeter
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Question 9 :A computer will not power on. Which of the following would be used to check the wall outlet?This type of question contains radio buttons and checkboxes for selection of options. Use Tab for navigation and Enter or space to select the option.optionAPOSToptionBpower supply testeroptionCUPSoptionDmultimeter
Solution
The correct tool to use to check the wall outlet when a computer will not power on would be a multimeter (option D).
Here are the steps to do it:
- Set the multimeter to measure AC voltage.
- Insert the probes into the wall outlet - one in the hot slot (the smaller one) and one in the neutral slot (the larger one).
- Check the reading on the multimeter. It should be around 120V (in the US) or 230V (in many other countries). If it's significantly lower, there might be a problem with your power supply.
Please note that this can be dangerous if you're not familiar with electrical systems, so if you're not sure what you're doing, it's best to consult with a professional.
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