Mathematics 4024 · O Level · Limits of accuracy

Limits of accuracy — practice question

A rectangle measures $32$ cm in length and $15$ cm in width. Both measurements are stated correct to the nearest centimetre.

(a)[1]

Write down the upper bound of the length.

(b)[1]

Calculate the upper bound of the difference between the length and the width.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 2-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “$32.5$” …