Homework Page 24 #1-4

 

1.  Explain why measurements are uncertain.

 

2.  Describe 2 ways to check the reliability of a measurement.

 

3.  How would you find the uncertain digit in a measurement using a digital display?  Using a scale?

 

4.  Critical Thinking-Applying Concepts

          The dartboard analogy is commonly used to explain the difference between accuracy and precision.  Can you think of a different analogy to compare these two concepts?