33 Best Measurement Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

What is the standard unit of distance in the metric system?

H. Martin, Content Writer
Answered: Jul 17, 2018

Distance, like every other quantity, has many units. It can be measured in meters, in kilometers and so on. However, the international system of units gave each quantity a specific unit. The...Read More

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What is the reading shown? The diagram shows part of a micrometer screw gauge.

W. Mocroft, Philanthropist
Answered: Nov 27, 2018

Option C - 5.81 is the correct answer of the reading of micrometer screw gauge in the diagram.
To get the first part of the measurement, look at the image above, you will see a number 5,...Read More

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What unit is used to measure mass?

W. Mocroft, Philanthropist
Answered: Dec 14, 2018

The answer to this question is grams. The unit used to measure mass is grams, specifically kilograms. The kilogram can also be converted into pounds but pounds are actually used to measure weight...Read More

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What is the total mass? The diagram below represents a portion of a triple-beam balance.

J. Harty, Writer
Answered: May 01, 2019

The correct answer is 545.20 g.
From this triple beam balance we can determine what the scale represents. The first beam balance shows a scale of 500.
The second beam balance sh...Read More

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What is the volume of the sphere if a sphere was dropped into water in a graduated cylinder as shown?

G. Roland, Professor
Answered: Apr 04, 2019

This may look complicated because the volume of the sphere is shown as more than ten and less than twenty ml but using width also. In fact the question is simple because the volume of water the...Read More

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What is the width of the cube as recorded by the vernier scale? Vernier calipers are used to measure a wooden cube as shown.

T. ADAMS, Senior Executive
Answered: Jun 13, 2019

The correct answer to this question is 2.6 mm. Vernier calipers were invented in 1631 by Pierre Vernier, hence the name. This instrument can measure both outside and inside dimensions, as well as...Read More

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What reading was recorded?

John Adney
Answered: Sep 21, 2017

Is it not 12.6? Because the large scale is showing 12 not 1.2 or even 1

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What is the mass of the copper metal in the case below?

T. Moore, Writer
Answered: Nov 27, 2018

This is a simple observational task. You must look carefully at the pointed end of the rider to ascertain exactly at which mark it is pointing. In this case, you will see that the rider points to...Read More

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How many inches are there in a yard?

Sophia Lee Ryan
Answered: Oct 30, 2017

There are 36 inches in a yard. This is because there are 3 feet in a yard and 12 inches in a foot. Using the given information, it gives us the formula: 3 feet times 12 inches equals 36 inches....Read More

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How would the level of a material in the container be measured if the zero point is at the top of a container?

John Smith
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

C. From the top of the container down to the surface

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What is the main advantage of a FETVM over a conventional voltmeter?

John Smith
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

Draws less current from the circuit under test.

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What is the difference between Weighted GPA and Unweighted GPA?

C. Block, English Professor
Answered: Jun 07, 2019

The unweighted GPA is taken to the measurement from 0 to 4.0. A student from a lower-level class, AP class or an honors class can earn a grade of 4.0 or A. Whatever the difficulty of the course,...Read More

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What is the value of mean and median for the following data: Marks 5-14 15-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 No.of Student 10 18 32 26 14 10

Sweetsalman
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

33.68 and 32.94

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How is an observation made?

John Smith
Answered: Apr 18, 2024

Starpoint Middle school says the pledge to the flag everyday.

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How can I learn to convert km units to cm in my head?

C.Mila
Answered: May 01, 2018

You can learn to convert km units into cm by using the SI base unit for measuring length which is the meter. You need to know the basics of cm and km. cm stands for Centimeter while km means...Read More

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