Physics-Significant Figures
NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about significant figures is correct?
A
The number 16.2 has three significant figures.
B
All zeros in a measurement are counted as significant figures.
C
The number 10.1 has two significant figures.
D
The result of multiplying two numbers should always be reported with the same number of decimal places as the least precise measurement.
Correct Answer
Option A
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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