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Physics Units, Dimensions and Measurement Significent Figures MCQ (Single Correct)

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding significant figures?

A
All the non-zero digits are significant
B
All the zeros between two non-zero digits are significant
C
Greater the number of significant figures in a measurement, smaller is the percentage error
D
The power of 10 is counted while counting the number of significant figures

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D

The power of 10 is irrelevant to the determinations of significant figures

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