Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Errors and uncertainties

Errors and uncertainties — practice question

The resistance $R$ of a resistor is to be found. The current $I$ through the resistor and the potential difference $V$ across it are recorded. The readings, together with their uncertainties, are $I = (2.0 \pm 0.2)\,\text{A}$ and $V = (15.0 \pm 0.5)\,\text{V}$. The value of $R$ is worked out as $7.5\,\Omega$. What is the uncertainty in this value for $R$?

  • A$\pm 0.3\,\Omega$
  • B$\pm 0.5\,\Omega$
  • C$\pm 0.7\,\Omega$
  • D$\pm 1\,\Omega$

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