Units and Measurements · Significant figures & errors
In an experiment the values of two spring constants were measured as N/m and N/m. If these springs are connected in parallel, then the percentage error in equivalent spring constant is:
- (1)2.67%
- (2)2.33%
- (3)1.33%
- (4)1.67%
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