Accuracy is gauged by comparing the measured value of a known standard to its true value. Assuming the mass of the water represents a standard for the true volume of water, which piece of glassware has the highest degree of accuracy? Why?

Measurement and Uncertainty

Suppose you continued Activity 1 using a third plastic cup of the same type. Would you expect the average deviation from the average mass to be the same or different? Explain your answer.

Which piece of glassware has the highest degree of precision? Why?

Accuracy is gauged by comparing the measured value of a known standard to its true value. Assuming the mass of the water represents a standard for the true volume of water, which piece of glassware has the highest degree of accuracy? Why?