Errors And Measurements Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the uncertainty taken as for a digital reading
A
The resolution
2
Q
What is the uncertainty of repeated data
A
Half the range
3
Q
When adding/subtracting data what must happen to the uncertainty
A
Add absolute uncertainties
4
Q
When multiplying or dividing data what is done to the uncertainties
A
Add the percentage uncertainties
5
Q
When raising data to a power what must be done to the uncertainty
A
Multiply the percentage uncertainty by the power
