Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Errors and uncertainties

Errors and uncertainties — practice question

Four identical rods each have a square cross-section. They are arranged side by side, and their total width is measured using vernier calipers, as shown. The reading is $(8.4 \pm 0.1)\,\text{mm}$ and the zero reading on the calipers is $(0.0 \pm 0.1)\,\text{mm}$. What is the width of a single rod?

  • A$(2.10 \pm 0.025)\,\text{mm}$
  • B$(2.10 \pm 0.05)\,\text{mm}$
  • C$(2.1 \pm 0.1)\,\text{mm}$
  • D$(2.1 \pm 0.2)\,\text{mm}$

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