Meters and troubleshootingQuestion 752 of 1506

How can several thermocouples be used to find an average temperature?

  1. Connect them to AC
  2. Connect them to the same hot spot
  3. Connect them in series
  4. Connect them in parallel
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Correct answer: Connect them in parallel

In parallel, the millivolt signals average at the junction point.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 9.5: Thermocouples

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026