The Measurement Is $8 \frac { 6 } { 7 }$

question 51

Multiple Choice

The measurement is $8 \frac { 6 } { 7 }$ in. Find the precision and the greatest possible error of the measurement.

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\) in., \(\frac { 1 } { 14 }\) in.
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 14 }\) in., \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\) in.
• C) \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\) in., \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\) in.
• D) \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\) in., \(\frac { 1 } { 21 }\) in.
• E) \(\frac { 1 } { 14 }\) in., \(\frac { 1 } { 14 }\) in.

Examine the effects of living standards on energy use and birthrates.

Understand the economics behind electricity generation costs.

Recognize the significance of pricing, property rights, and policies in the management of natural resources.

Understand the impact of property rights on resource conservation and deforestation.

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Definitions:

Line-by-Line Method

A consolidation technique where the parent company combines its subsidiary's assets, liabilities, income, and expenses line by line into its own financial statements.

One-Line Method

An accounting technique used for combining the financial statement of a parent company and its subsidiary by reporting the investment in a single line.

Line-by-Line Method

An approach in preparing consolidated financial statements where the income and expense items of the parent and subsidiary are added together line by line.