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WAEC Physics 2022 Objective — Question 48

Question 48 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Using vernier calipers, which of the following readings gives the correct measurement for the length of a rod?

  • A. 4.1 cm
  • B. 4.13 cmCorrect
  • C. 4.125 cm
  • D. 4.1254 cm

Explanation

A standard vernier caliper measures to two decimal places (0.01cm precision), so 4.13cm is the correctly precise reading.

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