Physics-Significant Figures

NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following statements about significant figures is correct?

A

All non-zero digits in a measurement are significant figures.

B

Trailing zeros in a whole number without a decimal point are always significant.

C

Leading zeros in a decimal number are considered significant figures.

D

All zeros in a number are significant regardless of their position.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, all non-zero digits are indeed significant. Trailing zeros in whole numbers without a decimal point are not significant, leading zeros are not significant, and not all zeros are significant depending on their position.

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