Question

The volume of box is actually 2.300 L. A student makes several measurements to determine the volume of the box. Which of the following measurements listed below is least accurate? A) 2.280L B) 2.291L c) 2.400L D) 2.302L E) 2.300L

Answer 1

C) 2.400L

Explanation:

A) 2.280L - 2.300L = -0.020L

B) 2.291L - 2.300L = -0.009L

C) 2.400L - 2.300L = 0.100L

D) 2.302L - 2.300L = 0.002L

E) 2.300L - 2.300L = 0.000L

The greatest difference in absolute value between the measurement and the actual volume is 0.100L.

Answer: C)