1.4.2 - Significant Figures
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How many significant figures are in the number 0.00456?
💡 Hint: Count only the non-zero digits.
Is the number 1200 significant? If so, how many figures?
💡 Hint: Consider if there are decimals present.
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How many significant figures are in the number 0.00560?
💡 Hint: Count the non-zero numbers.
True or False: The number 100 has only one significant figure.
💡 Hint: Think about how to denote precision.
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You measure a volume as 76.20 mL and later as 76.2 mL. Calculate the total volume considering significant figures.
💡 Hint: Assess which measurement has more decimal places.
A distance of 48.5 km is added to 9 km. What is the result with significant figures?
💡 Hint: Focus on how to treat the precision in addition.
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