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The dimensions of a rectangular block measured with vernier callipers having least count of 0.01 cm are 5 mm `xx` 10 mm `xx` 5 mm. What is the maximum percentage error in the measurement of the volume of the block?

A

`5%`

B

`10%`

C

`15%`

D

`20%`

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The correct Answer is:
A
`"% error "=(0.01)/(0.5)xx100+(0.01)/(1.0)xx100+(0.01)/(0.5)xx100`
`=2+1+2=4+1=5`
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