Question

What are the causes of errors in measurement?

• A. Not using the correct device.
• B. Not using the device properly.
• C. Measuring through a standard measuring device.
• D. Not taking the measurement correctly.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Not using the correct device.
B Not using the device properly.
D Not taking the measurement correctly.

Errors in measurement are caused by:
1. Using an improper device to measure.
2. Not using the device properly. This may be due to mishandling the device which gives errors during measurement.
3. Also there can be a manual error while recording the measurement.
Therefore it is always suggested to use the standard device with least manual error possible.