AES Homework Q: Detection Limit Value?

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When calculating values using Beer’s law in AES homework, it's crucial to address readings below the detection limit. The discussion revolves around whether to input a 1 or a 0 for these readings in the formula. Inputting a 1 is suggested to prevent a zero in the denominator, which could invalidate the equation. However, some suggest discarding the data point entirely instead. Ultimately, the approach to handling detection limit values can significantly affect the accuracy of the calculations.
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I was given a problem with some calculations that were made by AES.

I know that I am suppose to plug in the equations into some of my beers law formulas but the question given says that in one test the AES readings were below the detection limit. Should I put in a 1 or a 0 for that part of the formula if the readings were below detection limit?

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I would assume that you are to put 1 in for this value as to avoid having a zero in the denominator and/or multiplying the whole equation by zero... but who knows.
 
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I would discard that datapoint.
 

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