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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 difference in their measurements? (Mention any three)
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Solution
Some of the reasons for difference in their measurement could be:
- Different measuring devices were used.
- The smallest length that could be measured by different devices may be different.
- Measurement may not be along the shortest length in all three cases.
- The end of the corridor may not be easily accessible.
- The measuring devices may be faulty (not standardised).
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