11. Calculate experimental error using the following data: the measured value equals 1.4 cm; the accepted value equals 1.2 cm. -14.3% 14.3% -16.7% 16.7%
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Difference = Measured Value - Accepted Value Difference = 1.4 cm - 1.2 cm Difference = 0.2 cm Show more…
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