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Question 10

An experiment is performed to determine the Young modulus of a metal wire. A student measures the tension (force) applied to the wire, its original length, its extension, and its diameter.

The percentage uncertainties in these measurements are:

  • Tension: 3.0%
  • Original length: 1.5%
  • Extension: 5.5%
  • Diameter: 2.5%

Which measurement contributes the largest percentage uncertainty to the calculated value of the Young modulus?

Tension

Original length

Extension

Diameter

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