Physics-Significant Figures

NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11

Which combination of statements about significant figures is correct?

A

Trailing zeroes in a number with a decimal are significant; those without a decimal are not.

B

All zeroes in scientific notation are not significant.

C

The result of a calculation can have more significant figures than the least precise measurement.

D

Significant figures are irrelevant when using scientific notation.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Statement A accurately reflects the rules of significant figures regarding trailing zeroes, while the other statements misrepresent the concepts outlined in the NCERT context.

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