Math Problem Statement
A dishwasher has a mass of exactly 49.6 kg. Measured the mass of the dishwasher as 50kg to the nearest kg. A- find the absolute error. B- find relative error at 3 decimal places. C- find percentage error at 2 decimal places.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Absolute Error
Relative Error
Percentage Error
Formulas
Absolute Error = |Measured Value - Actual Value|
Relative Error = Absolute Error / Actual Value
Percentage Error = Relative Error × 100
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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