Introduction to Measurement and Significance Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of measurement?

  • To compare two unknown quantities
  • To establish a new standard for comparison
  • To eliminate uncertainty in scientific observations
  • To determine the relative size or intensity of a physical quantity (correct)

In the context of measurement, what does '10 cm length of an object' indicate?

  • The object's length is exactly 10 cm
  • The measurement of the object is incorrect
  • The object is 10 times larger than 1 cm (correct)
  • The object's length is uncertain

What is meant by the term 'standard' in the context of measurement?

  • An opinion formed by one or more observers
  • A predetermined reference used for comparison (correct)
  • A unique measurement scale for each physical entity
  • A scientific theory about the physical quantity being measured

What is measurement?

<p>The act of quantitatively comparing a standard with an unknown magnitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'measurement' refer to?

<p>Telling the length, weight, temperature, color, or change in physical entities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of measurement?

<p>It helps in determining the size or intensity of physical quantities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a '10 cm length of an object' imply?

<p>The object is 10 times larger than the unit employed in expressing length (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of an opinion formed by one or more observers about a physical quantity?

<p>Relative size (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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