Chemistry A-Level
Reporting derived results
What Reporting derived results means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Reporting derived results
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Reference: OCR
A calculated result is given to the same number of significant figures as the least precise measurement used, so a final answer should not claim more figures than the input justifies.
Topics that use Reporting derived results
- Analysis (OCR A-Level)
Related terms
- Choice of scale
- Consistent unit conversion
- Gradient
- Line of best fit
- Precision of measurement
- Selecting the correct mathematical relationship
- Significant figures and standard form
- Units of gradient
Using Reporting derived results in the exam
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