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QuizMultiple Choice

Data Analysis

Question 10 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

Which of these statements correctly compares probeware (such as an electronic temperature probe) to traditional analog tools (such as a liquid-based thermometer)?

Answer
A
Measurements by traditional analog tools are good to a larger number of significant figures.
B
Measurements by traditional analog tools are less prone to experimental error.
C
Probeware is typically very difficult to transport.
D
Probeware is useful for obtaining many measurements in rapid succession.

Explanation

Probeware can connect to a computer or data logger and record readings automatically at short time intervals. This makes it useful for collecting many measurements in rapid succession, unlike reading a traditional thermometer by eye each time. Therefore, “Probeware is useful for obtaining many measurements in rapid succession” is correct.

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