The function of input attenuators in measuring instruments, like VTVM and CRO, is to (a) Increase the input impedance (b) Attenuate the frequency range (c) Attenuate the input signal amplitude without altering the frequency contents (d) Attenuate the input impedance

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The function of input attenuators in measuring instruments, like VTVM and CRO, is to Attenuate the input signal amplitude without altering the frequency contents

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