NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about significant figures is correct?
The number 16.2 has three significant figures.
All zeros in a measurement are counted as significant figures.
The number 10.1 has two significant figures.
The result of multiplying two numbers should always be reported with the same number of decimal places as the least precise measurement.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, the number 16.2 indeed has three significant figures, while option B is incorrect as only zeros between non-zero digits are counted, option C miscounts the significant figures, and option D incorrectly states the rule for multiplication.
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