Practice question

A mechanic measures a voltage drop of 0.02 volts across a closed ignition switch in a circuit drawing 10 amps. What does this reading indicate?

  1. The switch is defective and has high internal resistance
  2. The switch is functioning properly with minimal resistance
  3. There is a direct short circuit to ground in the switch
  4. The battery voltage is too low to run the test

Answer: B — The switch is functioning properly with minimal resistance

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