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E4A05
What is the purpose of using a prescaler with a frequency counter?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: D. Reduce the signal frequency to within the counter's operating range
A prescaler divides a high frequency down so it falls within the counter's operating range. The counter then multiplies the reading back up for display; the prescaler does not multiply or amplify.
Tip: Prescaler divides down to fit the counter.