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Precision in Measurement

Question 3 • AZ-Common Core Algebra II A

Craig measured a length as 0.034 millimeters. What is the margin of error?

Answer
A
0.03 mm to 0.04 mm
B
0.033 mm to 0.034 mm
C
0.0335 mm to 0.0345 mm
D
0.0345 mm to 0.0350 mm

Explanation

Craig’s measurement, 0.034 mm, is recorded to the nearest 0.001 mm. The margin of error is half of that smallest unit, or 0.0005 mm, so the actual length is from 0.034 − 0.0005 = 0.0335 mm to 0.034 + 0.0005 = 0.0345 mm. This matches the range 0.0335 mm to 0.0345 mm.

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