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Errors and Measurements: Error — Definition MCQ

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Error — DefinitionEasyQuestion 30171

Question

In a series of measurements, the deviation of each reading from the mean is called:
  1. A
    Absolute error
    Correct
  2. B
    Percentage error
  3. C
    Random error
  4. D
    Zero error

Correct answer

Absolute error

Explanation

The absolute error of each reading is its deviation from the mean of all readings.

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