Answer
Scientists make assumptions as to the certainty of measurements based on the number of digits in the reported value.
Work Step by Step
The more precise an instrument, the more significant figures it can provide.
Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)
by Tro, Nivaldo J.
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
032191029X
ISBN 13:
978-0-32191-029-5
Chapter 2 - Measurement and Problem Solving - Exercises - Questions - Page 47: 2
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