a student incorrectly measured the volume of a mineral sample as 63 cubic centimeters. the actual volume was…

a student incorrectly measured the volume of a mineral sample as 63 cubic centimeters. the actual volume was 72 cubic centimeters. what was the students approximate percent deviation (percentage of error)?\n1. 9.0%\n2. 12.5%\n3. 14.2%\n4. 15.3%

a student incorrectly measured the volume of a mineral sample as 63 cubic centimeters. the actual volume was 72 cubic centimeters. what was the students approximate percent deviation (percentage of error)?\n1. 9.0%\n2. 12.5%\n3. 14.2%\n4. 15.3%

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the error

Error = |Measured value - Actual value| = |63 - 72| = 9

Step2: Calculate percent - deviation

Percent - deviation = $\frac{\text{Error}}{\text{Actual value}}\times100%=\frac{9}{72}\times100%$ $=\frac{1}{8}\times100% = 12.5%$

Answer:

  1. 12.5%