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Which numbers are exact (and therefore have an unlimited
Chapter 1, Problem 79E(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Which numbers are exact (and therefore have an unlimited number of significant figures)?
a.
b. 12 inches = 1 foot
c. EPA gas mileage rating of 26 miles per gallon
d. 1 gross = 144
Questions & Answers
QUESTION:
Which numbers are exact (and therefore have an unlimited number of significant figures)?
a.
b. 12 inches = 1 foot
c. EPA gas mileage rating of 26 miles per gallon
d. 1 gross = 144
ANSWER:
Step 1 of 4
There is a limit in the number of significant figures in any calculations and exact numbers have no uncertainty.
(a)
The given -
The final value has three significant figures.
Therefore, is .
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