Combined Science GCSE
Repeat measurements and data quality
What Repeat measurements and data quality means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Repeat measurements and data quality
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Repeat readings are taken, for example by adjusting a variable resistor or changing the number of cells, to check consistency and reduce the effect of random error.
Topics that use Repeat measurements and data quality
- Resistors (AQA GCSE)
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