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How many significant figures will you need to report when measuring cm with a meter stick?

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Answer:

3 significant figures.

Step-by-step explanation:

Significant figures are expression of measurement in form of the precision that can be obtained. Precision of an equipment considers how well it can give measurements to the smallest certain level.

If one wants to report a measurement using a meter stick that has been divided into centimeters, the precision is reported to 3 significant figures.

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