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An oscilloscope can measure both AC (Alternating Current) and DC (Direct Current) signals.
The oscilloscope shows how the voltage of the signal changes with respect to time, whether it's steady (DC) or oscillating (AC).
So, it's not limited to just AC or DC; it's versatile and can be used to observe both types of signals. The key is adjusting the oscilloscope settings based on the signal you are measuring!
- DC signals have a constant voltage that does not change over time, like the output from a battery.
- AC signals fluctuate over time, like the electricity coming from a power outlet.
The oscilloscope shows how the voltage of the signal changes with respect to time, whether it's steady (DC) or oscillating (AC).
So, it's not limited to just AC or DC; it's versatile and can be used to observe both types of signals. The key is adjusting the oscilloscope settings based on the signal you are measuring!