Two students measure and record the volume of the same sample of water in the graduated cylinder shown below. The first student recorded the volume as 16.0 mL and the second student recorded the volume as 16 mL. ml 20 15 10 Which statement best identifies and explains the correct measurement?

Two students measure and record the volume of the same sample of water in the graduated cylinder shown below. The first student recorded the volume as 16.0 mL and the second student recorded the volume as 16 mL. ml 20 15 10 Which statement best identifies and explains the correct measurement?

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Two students measure and record the
volume of the same sample of water in the
graduated cylinder shown below. The first
student recorded the volume as 16.0 mL and
the second student recorded the volume as
16 mL.
ml
20
15
10
Which statement best identifies and
explains the correct measurement?

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