JEE Physics ยท Medium

Errors and Measurements: Least Count Error MCQ

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Least Count ErrorMediumQuestion 30132

Question

The least count error is:
  1. A
    The error due to incorrect calibration
  2. B
    The minimum error inherent in every measurement
    Correct
  3. C
    The error due to observer bias
  4. D
    The maximum possible error

Correct answer

The minimum error inherent in every measurement

Explanation

Every measurement has an inherent uncertainty equal to at least the least count of the instrument.