Vernier Caliper Measurements and Calculations

The video tutorial explains how to measure the dimensions of a block using a Vernier caliper and calculate its volume. It covers the process of determining length, width, and height, and emphasizes the importance of significant figures in the final volume calculation. The tutorial concludes with the application of significant figures rules to ensure the accuracy of the result.

What is the primary purpose of using a vernier caliper in this problem?

• To measure the temperature of the block

• To measure the weight of the block

• To measure the color of the block

• To measure the dimensions of the block

In the formula y = X1 + X2 * K, what does X1 represent?

• The calibration constant

• The total length

• The reading on the main scale

• The reading on the vernier scale

How do you determine the value of X2 on a vernier caliper?

• By finding the line on the vernier scale that aligns with the main scale

• By measuring the total length

• By using a ruler

• By reading the main scale

What is the unit of measurement for the values obtained using the vernier caliper in this problem?

• Meters

• Millimeters

• Centimeters

• Inches

What is the width of the block as measured in the problem?

• 6.00 cm

• 7.26 cm

• 4.29 cm

• 5.66 cm

What is the height of the block as measured in the problem?

• 7.26 cm

• 5.66 cm

• 6.00 cm

• 4.29 cm

What is the formula used to calculate the volume of the block?

• V = P - L - T

• V = P / L / T

• V = P * L * T

• V = P + L + T

What is the calculated volume of the block before applying significant figures?

• 176.282000 cm³

• 176.000000 cm³

• 176.282964 m³

• 176.282964 cm³

How many significant figures should the final volume of the block have?

• Two

• Three

• Five

• Four

What is the final volume of the block according to the rules of significant figures?

• 176.3 cm³

• 176 cm³

• 176.28 cm³

• 176.282 cm³