Question

The amount of output measured beyond the final steady output value in response to a step change in the measurand is called?

(a) range

(b) overshoot

(c) span

(d) none of the mentioned

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Answer 1

Answer: (b) overshoot

Explanation: Overshoot refers to the amount by which the output exceeds the final steady-state value in response to a step change in the measurand. It is a common phenomenon in dynamic systems, where the system’s output temporarily goes beyond the desired final value before settling down to the steady-state. Overshoot can be indicative of the system's responsiveness and stability.