SL Measurements And Uncertainties Flashcards
1
Q
Accuracy
A
How close a measurement is too it’s true value
2
Q
Precision
A
An indication of the agreement among a number of measurements made in the same way
3
Q
Uncertainties with analogue instruments
A
1/2 the smallest Devision
4
Q
Uncertainties with digital instruments
A
Last digit / smallest number shown
5
Q
Random error
A
One that can be reduced by repeating
6
Q
Systematic error
A
One that can be reduced by editing method/equipment I.e. Solving the problem
