The Appropriate Number of Significant Figures in the Result of 15.234

question 38

Multiple Choice

The appropriate number of significant figures in the result of 15.234 − 15.208 is

• A)1.
• B)2.
• C)3.
• D)4.
• E)5.

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Definitions:

Chyme

The semi-fluid mass of partly digested food that moves from the stomach to the small intestine for further digestion.

Gastric Fluid

Fluid secreted by the stomach lining; contains digestive enzymes, acid, and mucus.

Food

Nutritious substances consumed by organisms for growth, repair, and maintenance of vital functions.

Fatty Acids

Long hydrocarbon chains that are a major component of lipids, serving as energy sources and structural elements in cell membranes.