Practice - Basic Principles
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Practice Questions
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Define accuracy and precision.
💡 Hint: Think about the definitions provided in class.
List two types of errors in measurement.
💡 Hint: Recall the differences discussed in our session.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the definition of accuracy?
💡 Hint: Think about the definitions given in class.
True or False: Precision and accuracy are the same.
💡 Hint: Consider what each term emphasizes.
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Challenge Problems
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You take three measurements of a metal rod’s length: 20.01cm, 20.00cm, and 20.02cm. Calculate the average length and discuss its precision and accuracy if the actual length is known to be 20.05cm.
💡 Hint: Consider how close the average is to the true length for accuracy.
A chemical experiment results in three temperature readings: 100.3°C, 100.1°C, and 100.4°C. Assess the precision and any potential errors if the true boiling point is 100.0°C.
💡 Hint: Analyze both precision and accuracy separately.
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