NEET Physics Vernier Caliper MCQ Question
In the diagram shown above, which step involves determining the exact coincidence of a vernier scale division with a main scale division?
Record the main scale division just to the left of the zero mark of the vernier scale.
Start looking for exact coincidence of a vernier scale division with that of a main scale division.
Multiply the vernier scale reading by the least count of the instrument.
Apply zero correction to the final measurement.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context specifies that the exact coincidence between a vernier scale division and a main scale division is critical for accurate measurement using a Vernier Caliper.
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