Physics-Significant Figures

NEET Physics Significant Figures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

When rounding the number 7.835 to three significant figures, what should be the final rounded value?

A

7.83

B

7.84

C

7.830

D

7.85

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

According to the rounding rule, if the digit to be dropped is 5 and the preceding digit is odd, the preceding digit is raised by 1. Therefore, 7.835 becomes 7.84.

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