Physics-Significant Figures

NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

Imagine a diagram showing a table with a rectangular sheet having dimensions labeled as Length (L) = 16.2 cm and Breadth (B) = 10.1 cm. If these measurements are used to calculate the area, which of the following expresses the area with the correct number of significant figures?

Question diagram
A

163.6 cm²

B

163.62 cm²

C

163.620 cm²

D

163.6200 cm²

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The calculated area should be expressed with the least number of significant figures from the measurements, i.e., three significant figures. Thus, 163.6 cm² is correct.

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