1. Topic 1(COLON) Scientific Units, Measurement and Quantities

Lesson 1.3: Measurement, Precision And Significant Figures — Quiz

Test your understanding of lesson 1.3: measurement, precision and significant figures with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the standard unit of length in the International System of Units (SI)?

Question 2

How many significant figures are in the number 0.00452?

Question 3

When rounding the number 2.678 to two significant figures, what is the result?

Question 4

If a ruler measures in millimeters, what is the smallest division you can read with this instrument if the ruler has markings at every whole millimeter?

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of using the correct instrument for measurement?