Which measurement, in seconds, shows the most bias?

4.9 ± 0.1 s

4.92 ± 0.01 s

5.01 ± 0.05 s

5.0 ± 0.5 s

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Chemistry

Annabelle Joseph

11 March, 14:04

Which measurement, in seconds, shows the most bias?

4.9 ± 0.1 s

4.92 ± 0.01 s

5.01 ± 0.05 s

5.0 ± 0.5 s

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Jason · Answer 1

The measurement that shows the most bias is d. 5.0 ± 0.5 s. Bias is a quantitative term used to describe the difference between the theoretical values and the actual data. Biased measurements are not precise nor accurate. Hence a large span indicates this.

Which measurement, in seconds, shows the most bias?4.9 ± 0.1 s4.92 ± 0.01 s5.01 ± 0.05 s5.0 ± 0.5 s

Which measurement, in seconds, shows the most bias?

4.9 ± 0.1 s

4.92 ± 0.01 s

5.01 ± 0.05 s

5.0 ± 0.5 s