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What does the odometer and speedometer of a car measure?

Odometer:

An odometer is a device that measures the distance traveled by a vehicle. It is usually located on the dashboard of a car and displays the total distance traveled by the vehicle since its manufacture. Odometers are typically mechanical devices that use a series of gears and a rotating drum to display the distance traveled. Some modern vehicles also have digital odometers that use electronic sensors to measure distance traveled.

Speedometer:

A speedometer is a device that measures the speed of a vehicle. It is also typically located on the dashboard of a car and displays the speed of the vehicle in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Speedometers use a variety of different methods to measure speed, including mechanical, electrical, and electronic sensors. Mechanical speedometers use a rotating cable that is connected to the transmission of the vehicle. As the transmission rotates, it turns the cable, which in turn moves a needle on the speedometer to indicate the speed of the vehicle. Electrical speedometers use a sensor that measures the speed of the vehicle's wheels. This sensor sends a signal to the speedometer, which displays the speed of the vehicle. Electronic speedometers use a combination of mechanical and electronic components to measure speed. They use a sensor to measure the speed of the vehicle's wheels, and then convert the signal into an electrical signal that is displayed on the speedometer.