When voltage is measured with the voltmeter portion of a digital multimeter, the leads should be connected ____ to the portion of the circuit being tested.
A) in series
B) behind
C) in parallel
D) in front of

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When measuring voltage with a digital multimeter, the leads should be connected in parallel with the portion of the circuit being tested. This allows the voltmeter to measure the voltage difference between two points in the circuit. Connecting the leads in series with the circuit would require breaking the circuit, which is not necessary for voltage measurement. Connecting the leads behind or in front of the circuit is not specific enough and does not convey the correct understanding of parallel connections.

When Voltage Is Measured with the Voltmeter Portion of a Digital