Accuracy of measuring instruments - Jamb Physics Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2019

If the time of flight is 96seconds, calculate the horizontal range through the point of projection.

A. 84400m
B. 69000m
C. 61440m
D. 24000m

Question 2:

• JAMB 2019

Which of the following readings cannot be determined with a meter rule?

A. 2.56cm
B. 2.25cm
C. 2.50cm
D. 2.05cm

Question 3:

• JAMB 1982

One of the following readings represents the measurement of the length of a metal rod using vernier callipers, Taking the reading accuracy into consideration, the most likely one is

A. 5.15cm
B. 5.165cm
C. 5.0cm
D. 5.160cm
E. 5cm

Question 4:

• JAMB 1986

Which of the following represents the correct precision if the length of a piece of wire is measured with a meter rule?

A. 35mm
B. 35.0mm
C. 35.00mm
D. 35.01mm

Question 5:

• JAMB 1986

Which of the following represents the correct precision if the length of a piece of wire is measured with a meter rule?

A. 35mm
B. 35.0mm
C. 35.00mm
D. 35.01mm