Suppose a length has been reported as 3.4 cm. What is the minimum uncertainty implied by this measurement in cm?

KevSheedy asked Jun 7, 2023

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KevSheedy asked Jun 7, 2023

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From the measure of 3.4 cm we can see that the minimum uncertainty implied is in the milimeters, that is in the range of 0.1 cm.

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