What value does the selector indicate if it is in the 0.5 DCmA position and shows 0.5 mA?

The selector indicating 0.5 DCmA and displaying a reading of 0.5 mA signifies that the meter is functioning correctly and is accurately representing the current being measured. This alignment of the selector and the reading confirms that the set measurement range corresponds appropriately with the detected current flow.

In practical terms, when a device is set to a specific range, it should provide a reading within that range if functioning normally. Since the selector shows the same value as the reading, it suggests that both settings and measurements are in agreement and within normal operating parameters. This scenario offers assurance that there are no issues with overload, incorrect settings, or measurement errors, which would manifest differently in the readings displayed.