Practice Establishing Standards (2.2) - Accuracy in Measurement - Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis, - Vol 1
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Establishing Standards

Practice - Establishing Standards

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the difference between true value and measured value?

💡 Hint: Consider which value reflects accuracy.

Question 2 Easy

Define 'standard' in the context of measurements.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how we relate measurements to known values.

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Question 1

What is the role of a standard in measurements?

Provide a known reference for accuracy
Introduce errors into measurements
Alter the true value
None of the above

💡 Hint: Think about how standards help in verifying accuracy.

Question 2

True or False: Calibration is not necessary for all measurement instruments.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between measurement accuracy and instrument calibration.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

If you found that a standard weight designed to be 5 grams consistently reads 4.7 grams on your balance, how would you interpret this discrepancy?

💡 Hint: Consider both the instrument and the quality of the standard.

Challenge 2 Hard

Create a detailed plan to establish a new standard for measuring water contamination levels in a specific area. What steps would you take?

💡 Hint: Think about consultation, testing, and revisions.

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