Question

Three students measured the length of a corridor and reported their measurements. The values of their measurements were different. What could be the reason for the difference in their measurements? (Mention any three)

Answer 1

Differences in measurement can occur due to many reasons.

Three reasons are stated below:

• The difference could appear due to the difference in the units in which the measurement was done.
• The use of different scales could be another reason for the difference in measurement.
• If a defective instrument is used or if it is not standardized, there could be a difference.