DC circuitsQuestion 577 of 1506

A component symbol has a diagonal arrow through it. What does the arrow mean?

  1. The value is fixed
  2. The component is polarized
  3. The component is a switch
  4. The value is variable
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Correct answer: The value is variable

The arrow is a standard modifier for variable components.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 2.5: Resistors

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026