A distance was measured by pacing as 154 meters with a probable error of ±2.5 meters. It was then observed as 153.86 meters with a steel tape having a probable error of ±0.05 meter. Finally, it was measured as 153.89 meters with an EDM instrument with a probable error of ±0.02 meter. What is the most probable value for the distance?
A distance was measured by pacing as 154 meters with a probable error of ±2.5 meters. It was then observed as 153.86 meters with a steel tape having a probable error of ±0.05 meter. Finally, it was measured as 153.89 meters with an EDM instrument with a probable error of ±0.02 meter. What is the most probable value for the distance?
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A distance was measured by pacing as 154 meters with a probable error of ±2.5 meters. It was then observed as 153.86 meters with a steel tape having a probable error of ±0.05 meter. Finally, it was measured as 153.89 meters with an EDM instrument with a probable error of ±0.02 meter. What is the most probable value for the distance?
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