Sig Figs bank
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are significant figures?
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Significant figures (sig figs) are the digits in a number that contribute to its precision. This includes all non-zero digits, any zeros between significant digits, and trailing zeros in a decimal number.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many significant figures are in the number 0.00456?
Back
3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for counting significant figures in a number with leading zeros?
Back
Leading zeros (zeros before the first non-zero digit) are not counted as significant figures.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many significant figures are in the number 100.0?
Back
4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of trailing zeros in a decimal number?
Back
Trailing zeros in a decimal number are considered significant because they indicate precision.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many significant figures are in the number 700?
Back
1 (unless specified with a decimal, e.g., 700. has 3 sig figs).
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for counting significant figures in a whole number without a decimal point?
Back
In whole numbers without a decimal point, trailing zeros are not considered significant.
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