Understand the relationship between use of answers and the accuracy of the number. (0406.1.1)
Links verified on 10/10/2016
- Accuracy of a Number - from Wolfram MathWorld
- Precision of a Number - from Wolfram MathWorld
- Rules for Significant Figures and Decimal Places - from Ask Dr. Math
- Significant Digits - Significant digits give an indication of the accuracy of a number. Examples are given
- Significant Figures Calculator - one of many calculators available from Omni Calculator
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