For questions 14 - 15 answer the questions about precision and accuracy. Remember that there are 16 ounces in 1 pound.
14. An object that weighs exactly 1
pound is placed on a digital scale
that measures weight in ounces. If
the scale is accurate and precise,
what weight might be shown on the
scale?
15. An object that weighs exactly 1
pound is placed on a digital scale
that measures weight in ounces. If
the scale is precise but not
accurate, what weight might be
shown on the scale?