Practice Measurement Precision and Accuracy - 13.3 | 13. Errors and Adjustments | Geo Informatics
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13.3 - Measurement Precision and Accuracy

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define accuracy in the context of measurements.

💡 Hint: Think about how we compare a measurement to what's correct.

Question 2

Easy

What does precision measure?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the same measurement is repeated several times.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What best defines accuracy?

  • Consistency of measurements
  • Closeness to the true value
  • Difference between measurements

💡 Hint: Think about what measurement is closest to the real value.

Question 2

True or False: Precision measures how close a measurement is to the true value.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what you mean when you say repeatability.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss how discrepancies in measurement instruments can impact both precision and accuracy in geospatial studies.

💡 Hint: Consider how calibration processes affect results.

Question 2

Propose a method to test and validate the accuracy and precision of a new measurement tool in a field study.

💡 Hint: Think about the components needed to perform a validation study.

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