When Repeated Measurements Each Have a Systematic Error in the Same

question 32

Multiple Choice

When repeated measurements each have a systematic error in the same direction, one says that the measurements contain:

• A) precision.
• B) random error.
• C) bias.
• D) measurement error.

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Definitions:

Subduction Zones

Regions where one tectonic plate moves under another, often resulting in volcanic activity and earthquakes.

Greater Than 700 Km

Refers to distances or depths exceeding 700 kilometers, often used in the context of geological formations or processes extending deep into the Earth's mantle.

Up To 700 Km

A spatial measurement indicating a distance or depth range that can extend up to 700 kilometers.

Seismic Waves

Vibrations that travel through the Earth's interior or along its surface, produced by earthquakes or human activity.