Question 253Electricity & Electronics - 1st Asst/Chief

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For accuracy purposes, which of the following devices should be used to measure the temperature of a battery electrolyte?

AElectronic digital thermometer
BPotentiometer
CThermocouple pyrometer
DMercury thermometer
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) Electronic digital thermometer. Electronic digital thermometers are the most accurate and appropriate devices for measuring the temperature of a battery electrolyte. They provide precise temperature readings without the risk of mercury spills or interference from other electrical devices like a potentiometer. Other options like thermocouples or mercury thermometers are not recommended for this application as they may not provide the necessary accuracy or introduce potential safety hazards.

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