Post-lab discussion, Questions – PASCO ME-9849 Significant Figures Set User Manual
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Significant Figures Set
Length Measurements with the False Meter Stick
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Post-Lab Discussion
Present the ACCEPTED value for the length of the sample. Show its location (if possible) on the
number line. Direct the discussion to show that measurements that are not accurate can be precise
as long as they are repeatable.
Questions:
1.
Were your results accurate? Explain.
2.
Were your results precise? Explain.
3.
Can the results be precise but not accurate? Explain.
4.
Explain how the "meter tape" that was used in this activity influences the accuracy.
5.
Explain how the "meter tape" that was used in this activity influences the precision.
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