Math Problem Statement
Violet measured a line to be 1.9 inches long. If the actual length of the line is 2 inches, then what was the percent error of the measurement, to the nearest tenth of a percent?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Measurement
Percent Error
Formulas
Percent Error Formula: PE = (|Measured Value - Actual Value| / Actual Value) * 100
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9
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