The Following Measurements of the Mass of an Aspirin Tablet

question 71

Multiple Choice

The following measurements of the mass of an aspirin tablet were made by different students in a lab. Which set is the most precise?

• A) 1.513 g, 1.503 g, 1.522 g
• B) 1.513 g, 1.511 g, 1.450 g
• C) 1.513 g, 1.459 g, 1.533 g
• D) 1.513 g, 1.517 g, 1.512 g
• E) 1.513 mg, 1.510 mg, 1.523 mg

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