Question

You are testing two food scales for accuracy by weighing two different types of foods.

Use the drop-down menus to complete the statements about the scales' accuracy.

Answer 1

I got sample two......I hope this helps but im 50% sure I might be wrong sorry, please don't hate me if I get it wrong

Answer 2

Sample 2 has least percent error.

Explanation:

The formula for percent error is

`E=\frac{\text{Stated amount-Actual amount}}{\text{Actual amount}}* 100`

Percent error in sample 1:

`E_1=(14-13.7)/(13.7)* 100\approx 2.19`

The percent error in sample 1 is 2.19.

Percent error in sample 2:

`E_2=(24-24.4)/(24.4)* 100\approx -1.64`

The percent error in sample 2 is 1.64.

Percent error in sample 3:

`E_3=(25-25.8)/(25.8)* 100\approx -3.1`

The percent error in sample 3 is 3.1.

Percent error in sample 4:

`E_4=(39-40.2)/(40.2)* 100\approx -2.99`

The percent error in sample 4 is 2.99.

Therefore sample 2 has least percent error.