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 trailing zeros in a whole number without a decimal point are significant.

B

Zeros between non-zero digits are always significant.

C

Leading zeros in a decimal number are significant.

D

All non-zero digits in a number are not significant.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, all zeros between two non-zero digits are significant, regardless of the presence of a decimal point. This aligns with the rule stated in the text about significant figures.

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