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How can we reduce least count of any instrument?

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To reduce the least count of any measuring instrument, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Concept of Least Count**: - The least count of an instrument is the smallest value that can be measured accurately by that instrument. It is determined by the smallest division on the scale of the instrument. 2. **Identify the Instrument's Resolution**: ...
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