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A sample was weighted using two differen...

A sample was weighted using two different balances. The results were
(i) 3.929 g (ii) 4.0 g
How would the weight of the sample be reported ?

A

3.929 g

B

3 g

C

3.9 g

D

3.93 g

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The correct Answer is:
D
929.3 g is more accurate than 0 .4 leaving the last digit which is uncertain and rounding off, reported weight = 3.93 g.
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