PHYSICS LAB FINAL EXAM

Perform the operation (12.345 - 3.2 + 0.067) and report the result with the correct number of significant figures.

• a) 9.212

• b) 9.21

• c) 9.2

• d) 9.22

How many significant figures are in the number 1200?

• a) 2

• b) 3

• c) 4

• d) 5

Which of the following is NOT a part of laboratory etiquette for a collaborative learning environment?

• a) Working with lab group members

• b) Communicating ideas clearly

• c) Rushing through procedures to save time

• d) Respecting shared resources

Which of the following numbers has 4 significant figures?

• a) 1023

• b) 0.0080026

• c) 23.000

• d) 0.008260

Multiply 2.4 by 5.678 and report the result with the correct number of significant figures.

• a) 1.04

• b) 1.040

• c) 1.0

• d) 1.0402

Express 6,200,000 in scientific notation.

• a) 6.2 x 10^6

• b) 62 x 10^5

• c) 620 x 10^4

• d) 6200 x 10^3

How should the number 7.568 be rounded to two decimal places?

• a) 7.57

• b) 7.56

• c) 7.569

• d) 7.568

What should you do if you notice damaged or malfunctioning equipment in the lab?

• a) Attempt to repair it yourself

• b) Dispose of it in the trash

• c) Report it immediately to the instructor

• d) Leave it for someone else to handle

Round 325.47 to three significant figures.

• a) 325.5

• b) 325

• c) 326

• d) 325.470

How many significant figures are in the number 0.0056?

• a) 2

   

•   b) 3

    

• c) 4

    

• d) 5