Question

The function of the Q- Meter is to _________

(a) Measure capacitance

(b) Measure inductance

(c) Measure quality factor of capacitor and inductor

(d) Measure form factor of capacitor and inductor

The question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.

Origin of the question is Advanced Problems on Q Meter in section Electronic Instruments of Electrical Measurements

Answer 1

The correct option is (c) Measure quality factor of capacitor and inductor

The best I can explain: Q-Meters are intended to measure the quality factor of a capacitor and inductor. Q = \(\frac{Lω}{R} = \frac{1}{ωCR} = \frac{V_C}{V_A}\). They are not used for measuring capacitances and inductances, unlike AC Bridges.