If Two Numbers Are Multiplied Together, One Which Has 3

question 8

Essay

If two numbers are multiplied together, one which has 3 significant figures and the other which has 4 significant figures, explain how to round the answer.

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Definitions:

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder leading to an overactive thyroid gland, resulting in symptoms such as increased heart rate, weight loss, and eye problems.

Exophthalmos

Note: Exophthalmus is already in the glossary as exophthalmia. It can be spelled exophthalmos, exophthalmus or exophthalmia.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood due to the body’s inability to produce or effectively use insulin.

Graves' Disease

A condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, resulting in its excessive activity and leading to hyperthyroidism.