fraction equal to 1, contains both original and equivalent
conversion factor
how close to target
accuracy
3.21 g = _ mg
3210 mg
40 870 L
4 SDs
45.61 + 3.25 + 10.205
59.07
graduated
how repeatable
precision
89 km = cm
8,900,000 cm
84.800 g
5 SDs
10.3 x 6.1
62.83--> 63
displays measurement using a pointer on a scale
analog
helps keep measurement honest
precision
13 dm = __ m
1.3 m
Round to 1 SD:
0.0892
0.09
108.9 - 74.003
34.897 --> 34.9
units that come from basic SI units
derived
Actual: 2.08
no accurate or precise
1.03 x 103 g= ___ kg
1.03 kg
30.01 m
4 SDs
% error:
actual-2.56 g
observed - 3.08 g
52%
device made for purpose of refining, extending, or substituting for human senses when measuring
instrument
Measured: 8.34 , 8.28 , 8.4
Actual: 8.30
Accurate and precise
8.97 x 107 L = ___ mL
0.00908320
6 SDs
density = mass/volume
319 g (mass), 7.42 g/mL (density)
42.99 mL
(SD: 43.0)