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The true value of a particular length is 4.283 cm. The three instuments A,B and C , used to measure this length give the readings 4.1 cm, 4.24 cm and 4.093cm. Arrange these readings in the increasing order of accuracy and precision. Which instrument is most reliable for measuring this length ?

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To solve the problem, we need to evaluate the accuracy and precision of the readings obtained from instruments A, B, and C, and then determine which instrument is the most reliable for measuring the length. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the True Value**: The true value of the length is given as 4.283 cm. 2. **List the Readings from Each Instrument**: ...
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