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Question 71

A student is using a measuring cylinder to determine the volume of a sample of liquid. Which action would result in a less accurate measurement?

A

Holding the cylinder in her hand at an angle while reading the scale.

B

Keeping her eyes at the same horizontal level as the liquid surface.

C

Reading the value at the lowest point of the meniscus.

D

Using a cylinder with fine, highly-resolved graduation marks.

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Physical quantities and measurement techniques Questions

  1. IGCSE
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164 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics Physical quantities and measurement techniques, covering Physical quantities and measurement techniques. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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