wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

A digital timer with four digit readout is stated to have an accuracy of 0.005 percent of reading, ±1 in the final digit readout is in μs. Assuming that the instrument meets its specifications then the maximum likely error when the reading is 500μs is ± ______ μs

A
1.25
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
0.125
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
1.025
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
0.1025
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is C 1.025
The reading is =500μs

0.005 percent of reading = ±0.005100×500=0.025μsec

The digit is LSD has a value of 1μs

Maximum error=±(0.025+1)=±1.025μsec


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
The Palas
HISTORY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon