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Units & Measurements: Mixed Concepts MCQ

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Mixed ConceptsEasyQuestion 5054

Question

For a graduated measuring instrument, its least count describes:
  1. A
    Its maximum possible error
  2. B
    Its smallest readable scale increment
    Correct
  3. C
    The mean of repeated readings
  4. D
    The difference between its largest and smallest readings

Correct answer

Its smallest readable scale increment

Explanation

The least count describes the smallest readable scale increment. Calibration, zero offset and technique can affect accuracy even when resolution is fine.

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